maritimeassaults
nounUK /ˈmær.ɪ.taɪm əˈsɔːlts/
US /ˈmer.ə.taɪm əˈsɔlts/
Attacks that happen on the sea or near the ocean.
The navy defended the coast against maritime assaults.
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2. Surprise attacks launched from ships against other ships.
The fleet prepared for maritime assaults during the storm.
3. Raids by sea on coastal towns or ports.
Villagers built watchtowers to spot maritime assaults.
4. Military actions at sea during a war.
The history book describes famous maritime assaults of the 1800s.