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outflank
verb out·flank \ˌau̇t-ˈflaŋk\
: to move around the side of (something, such as an opposing force) to attack from behind
: to gain an advantage over (someone or something)
Full Definition of OUTFLANK
transitive verb
1
: to get around the flank of (an opposing force)
2
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First Known Use of OUTFLANK
1765
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