Meaning of the word sortie in English
What does sortie mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
sortie
US /ˈsɔːr.t̬i/
UK /ˈsɔː.ti/
Noun
a short, quick attack by a military force, such as a small group of soldiers or an aircraft, made against an enemy position:
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A series of sorties was carried out at night by specially equipped aircraft.