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strafe

Syllabification: (strafe)
Pronunciation: /strāf/

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Definition of strafe

verb

[with object]
  • attack repeatedly with bombs or machine-gun fire from low-flying aircraft:military aircraft strafed the village

noun

  • an attack from low-flying aircraft.

Origin:

early 20th century: humorous adaptation of the German World War I catchphrase Gott strafe England 'may God punish England'

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