Meaning of attack in English
US /əˈtæk/ UK /əˈtæk/
1. the act of violent attacking
military attack
2. a strong and direct criticism
The government came under attack on welfare policy.
a heart attack
US /əˈtæk/ UK /əˈtæk/
1. use violence or insulting words to hurt a person
Snakes or hornets will only attack if they feel in danger.
2. use violence to enter a place or building
An armed gang attacked the bank.
3. affect harmfully or adversely
Locusts attacked the crops.