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Definition of airstrike

airstrike

/ˈɛərˌstraɪk/
air · strike

Plural:airstrikes
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Past Simple:airstruck
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Past Participle:airstruck
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Present Participle:airstriking
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airstrike Lexical Profile

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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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• verb

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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