Meaning of bombardment in English

1. Pronunciation

   /bɑmˈbɑrdmənt/

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1. Noun

   bombardment

   Definitions

   1. the act (or an instance) of subjecting a body or substance to the impact of high-energy particles (as electrons or alpha rays)
2. 2. the heavy fire of artillery to saturate an area rather than hit a specific target

   Examples

   • « they laid down a barrage in front of the advancing troops »
   • « the shelling went on for hours without pausing »
3. 3. an attack by dropping bombs