assault#1 (n)

n00767826

type n
lex_filenum 04
def a threatened or attempted physical attack by someone who appears to be able to cause bodily harm if not stopped
Outgoing links
Hypernym attack, attempt
Derivationally related form assault → assault
Hyponym aggravated assault; battery, assault and battery; mugging
Incoming links
Hypernym aggravated assault; battery, assault and battery; mugging
Hyponym attack, attempt
Derivationally related form assault → assault

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