asaltar

Definitions of asaltar
  1. verb
    launch an attack or assault on; begin hostilities or start warfare with
    synonyms: atacar
    atacar
    take the initiative and go on the offensive
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    antonyms:
    defender
    be on the defensive; act against an attack
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    bombardear
    attack suddenly and without warning
    bombardear
    throw bombs at or attack with bombs
    atacar con torpedos, torpedear
    attack or hit with torpedoes
    hacer una redada, saquear
    search without warning, make a sudden surprise attack on
    type of:
    batallar, bregar, forcejear, luchar, pelearse
    be engaged in a fight; carry on a fight
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