Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
airborne-attack
Noun
/ˈɛrˌbɔrn əˈtæk/
Definition
An attack carried out by forces that are transported by aircraft, typically involving parachuting or landing helicopters to engage in combat.
Examples
- The military conducted an airborne attack to take control of the airfield.
- During the exercise, they practiced an airborne attack using several helicopters.
- The airborne attack was critical in securing the enemy positions.
Meaning
An airborne attack refers to military operations initiated from the air, utilizing aircraft to deploy troops, supplies, and equipment into combat zones.
Synonyms
- air assault
- airborne operation
- air raid
- paratrooper attack
