An attack; aggressive action, or an aggressive act. Usually as the offensive. The position or attitude of attack. (to act, stand, etc.) on (also †upo…
| 单词 | θ90159 |
| 释义 | the world > action or operation > harm or detriment > hostile action or attack > on the attack [phrase] (6) (to act, stand, etc.) on (also upon) the offensive1838 An attack; aggressive action, or an aggressive act. Usually as the offensive. The position or attitude of attack. (to act, stand, etc.) on (also †upo… on the prod1903 North American regional (chiefly western). on the prod: hostile; irritable; on the attack, on the offensive. Often used of animals. Subcategories:— ready to pounce (1) — lying in wait (2) — attacking a person from a superior position (1) |
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