Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

ambuscade

noun

/ˈambəsˌkād/

Definition

A hidden or surprise attack from a concealed position.

Examples

The soldiers planned an ambuscade to surprise the enemy forces.
As the travelers passed through the dense forest, they unknowingly walked into an ambuscade set by bandits.

Meaning

The term ‘ambuscade’ refers to a tactic where an attacker lies in wait for their target, typically from a secret or hidden location, allowing them to launch a sudden and unexpected assault.