Meaning of the word attacking in English

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attacking

US /əˈtæk.ɪŋ/
UK /əˈtæk.ɪŋ/

Adjective

1.

launching or engaging in a military or violent physical attack.

Example:
the attacking troops met almost no opposition at first
2.

(in sports) making a forceful attempt to score or otherwise gain an advantage.

Example:
Leeds showed some good attacking play
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