bombing
Translation
bombing
Examples
The bombing of the city was a tragic event.
The bombing of the city was a tragic event.
Police are investigating the recent bombing.
Police are investigating the recent bombing.
Grammar Patterns
((a bombing of sth.)) an attack on (sth.) with bombs The bombing of the city was a tragic event.
Similar Words
Synonyms: attack, assault, bombardment
Etymology
From the verb 'to bomb' plus the '-ing' suffix, which forms a noun denoting an action.
Memory Tips
Think of the action of dropping bombs. The '-ing' signifies the ongoing action or event.