Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
broadside
noun
/ˈbrɔːdsaɪd/
Definition
A broadside is a large sheet of paper, often printed on one side, that typically contains an announcement, advertisement, or proclamation.
Examples
- The broadside announced the town’s new festival.
- The ship fired a broadside at the enemy vessel.
- She delivered a scathing broadside against the new policy.
Meaning
In a different context, broadside can also refer to the simultaneous firing of all the guns on one side of a ship, or a strong verbal attack or criticism.
Synonyms
- Announcement
- Poster
- Salvo
- Attack
