attacking
|at-tack-ing|
B2
/əˈtækɪŋ/
(attack)
one who attacks
Etymology
Etymology Information
'attack' originates from French, specifically the word 'attaquer', where 'at-' meant 'toward' and 'tac' meant 'to touch or strike'.
Historical Evolution
'attaquer' transformed into the Middle English word 'attacken', and eventually became the modern English word 'attack'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to touch or strike', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to take aggressive action against'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
present participle of 'attack'.
The team is attacking the opponent's defense.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:41