Blitz

proper nounattested in dialogue

//blɪts//

The series of air raids launched on various cities in the United Kingdom by the German air force in 1940–41 during World War II.

proper noun

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historicalThe series of air raids launched on various cities in the United Kingdom by the German air force in 1940–41 during World War II.

Etymology

Specific use of blitz. The Blitz was in truth not a blitzkrieg, which is a rapid ground offensive based on superior tank forces. However, the word was current at the time for the successful German campaigns in Poland and France, and was transferred to the attacks on Britain, perhaps by association of Blitz (“lightning”) with the bombings.

bliss · Perfect happiness.Bliss · An English surname transferred from the nickname originating…blitz · A sudden attack, especially an air raid; usually with…

Blitz · The series of air raids launched on various cities in the United Kingdom by the German air force in 1940–41 during World War II.

blizzard · A large snowstorm accompanied by strong winds and greatly…Blizzard · A surname.bloated · Swollen with fluid or gas.

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