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Definition of airstrike
airstrike
/ˈɛərˌstraɪk/
air · strike
Plural:airstrikes
•Past Simple:airstruck
•Past Participle:airstruck
•Present Participle:airstriking
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• noun
1
An offensive operation conducted by aircraft or unmanned drones against specific surface targets.
Example
"International observers reported that the bridge had been damaged during an overnight airstrike."
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1
To conduct an aerial attack against a surface target using aircraft or drones.
Example
"The coalition decided not to airstrike the remote outpost while diplomatic talks were underway."
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