bombing

Synonyms:

bombardment

Types:

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bombing run

that part of the flight that begins with the approach to the target; includes target acquisition and ends with the release of the bombs

area bombing, carpet bombing, saturation bombing

an extensive and systematic bombing intended to devastate a large target

dive-bombing

a bombing run in which the bomber releases the bomb while flying straight toward the target

loft bombing, toss bombing

a bombing run in which the bomber approaches the target at a low altitude and pulls up just before releasing the bomb

Type of:

attack, onrush, onset, onslaught

(military) an offensive against an enemy (using weapons)