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strafing

/stræfɪŋ/ verb · British & US
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What does strafing mean?

verb

To attack or fire from a low altitude, typically from a plane, at ground targets. To criticize or attack someone severely, often in a public manner.

Example

"The pilot began strafing the enemy positions with his machine guns."

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