Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
sally
noun/verb
/ˈsæli/
Definition
A sudden charge or movement towards a target, often used in a military context.
Examples
- After the warning, the troops made a sally towards the enemy’s position.
- The children made a quick sally into the park to play before dinner.
Meaning
To make a quick excursion or a sudden attack.
Synonyms
- sortie
- attack
- expedition
