ambush

[ˈæmbʊʃ]

ambush Definition

  • 1a surprise attack by people lying in wait in a concealed position
  • 2an act or instance of attacking unexpectedly from a concealed position

Using ambush: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "ambush" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The soldiers were ambushed and killed by enemy forces.

  • Example

    The robbers ambushed the armored truck on the highway.

  • Example

    The hunters set up an ambush for the deer.

ambush Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for ambush

Phrases with ambush

  • to hide and wait for someone or something to come by in order to attack or capture it

    Example

    The rebels laid in ambush for the government troops.

  • to attack someone who is waiting to attack you

    Example

    The soldiers sprang an ambush on the enemy.

  • to be caught by surprise and attacked

    Example

    The police officers walked into an ambush when they entered the building.

Origins of ambush

from Old French 'embuschier', meaning 'to place in a wood'

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Summary: ambush in Brief

An 'ambush' [ˈæmbʊʃ] is a surprise attack by people lying in wait in a concealed position. It can also refer to an act or instance of attacking unexpectedly from a concealed position. Examples include soldiers being ambushed by enemy forces, robbers ambushing an armored truck, and hunters setting up an ambush for deer. Phrases like 'lay in ambush' and 'spring an ambush' describe the act of hiding and waiting for someone or something to come by in order to attack or capture it.