ground attack

A military term referring to an offensive operation conducted by aircraft or ground forces against enemy positions, vehicles, or personnel on the ground.

• 🇪🇸Término militar que designa un ataque ofensivo llevado a cabo por fuerzas aéreas o terrestres contra posiciones, equipos o personal enemigo que se encuentran en el suelo.

1. Military assault on land B2 formal

   An offensive operation carried out by military forces against enemy positions on the ground.

   • The general ordered a ground attack at dawn.
   • The ground attack was supported by air strikes.
   • The enemy launched a massive ground attack on the city.

   🇪🇸ataque terrestre

2. Aggressive play in sports B2 informal

   An aggressive offensive strategy in sports like football or rugby, focusing on advancing on the ground.

   • The team's ground attack was unstoppable in the second half.
   • Their ground attack strategy led to three touchdowns.
   • The coach emphasized a strong ground attack for the next game.

   🇪🇸juego ofensivo por tierra