Meaning of the word sally in English
What does sally mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
sally
US /ˈsæl.i/
UK /ˈsæl.i/
Noun
1.
a sudden charge out of a besieged place against the enemy; a sortie
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The defenders made a desperate sally against the attackers.
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The general ordered a sally to break the siege.
2.
a witty or lively remark
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Her quick sally brought laughter to the room.
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He was known for his clever sallies in conversation.
Verb
1.
to make a military sortie
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The besieged troops decided to sally forth and surprise the enemy.
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From the castle, they would often sally out to raid nearby villages.
2.
to set out on a trip or excursion
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We decided to sally forth on a grand adventure.
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After breakfast, they would sally out to explore the forest.