ambush
Translation
to ambush, to waylay
Examples
They ambushed the enemy convoy at dawn.
They attacked the enemy convoy by surprise at dawn.
Grammar Patterns
((sb./sth.)) to attack (sb./sth.) from a hidden position They planned to ambush the patrol.
Similar Words
Synonyms: attack, surprise, waylay
Etymology
From Old French 'embusche', from 'em-' (in) + 'busche' (wood). Literally 'in the woods'.
Memory Tips
Imagine hiding in a 'bush' to launch a surprise attack.