Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

bushwhacking

verb (also can be a noun)

/ˈbʊʃˌhwækɪŋ/

Definition

The act of moving through dense vegetation or underbrush, often used to describe a stealthy approach, typically in a wilderness setting.

Examples

After hours of bushwhacking through the thick forest, they finally reached the hidden waterfall.
The team of hikers decided to go bushwhacking to explore uncharted trails.
He was bushwhacking a rival gang when he was caught off guard.

Meaning

Bushwhacking is often associated with hiking or navigating off established paths in wild terrain, and can also refer to ambushing someone or something in a surprise attack.