Plassey

Definitions of Plassey
  1. noun
    the victory in 1757 by the British under Clive over Siraj-ud-daula that established British supremacy over Bengal
    synonyms: battle of Plassey
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    pitched battle
    a fierce battle fought in close combat between troops in predetermined positions at a chosen time and place
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