attacks
noun (plural) / verb (third-person singular)UK /əˈtæks/
US /əˈtæks/
Attacks are when someone or something tries to hurt or fight another.
The castle was safe from enemy attacks.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. Sudden times when an illness or bad feeling becomes strong.
He sometimes gets attacks of asthma in cold weather.
3. Strong criticism aimed at someone or something.
The new law came under attacks from many newspapers.
4. In sports, strong attempts to score or win.
The team's quick attacks kept the other side busy.
5. The act of trying to damage a computer system.
The company blocked several attacks on its website.