ambushing
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /æmˈbʌʃɪŋ/
KK: /æmˈbʌʃɪŋ/
noun
Definition
A surprise attack from a hidden place, often used in military or tactical situations.
Example
The soldiers set up an ambushing position to catch the enemy off guard.
Conversation
Did you hear about the ambushing that happened at the park yesterday?
Yeah, I saw it on the news; it sounded really intense.
I can't believe people would actually plan an ambushing like that.
I know, right? It's so risky and dangerous.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
trap
surprise
attack
Antonyms
defense
retreat
safety
verb
Definition
To attack someone unexpectedly from a hidden place.
Example
The soldiers were ambushing the enemy troops as they passed through the forest.
Tense Forms
Past: ambushed
Past Participle: ambushed
Conversation
Did you hear about the game last night?
Yeah, I heard they were ambushing the other team right from the start!
That sounds intense!
Root Explanation
Ambushing → It is formed from "ambush" (from Old French *embuschier*, meaning to hide in a thicket) and "-ing" (a suffix used to form present participles). The word "ambushing" refers to the act of hiding and attacking unexpectedly.
Memory Tip
Think of hiding in a 'thicket' ('embuschier') to surprise someone — that's what ambushing means.
Visually Confused Words
bushing
amusing
brushing
blushing
musing