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shelling

n. uncountable
B2 Upper Intermediate US //ˈʃɛɫɪŋ// UK //ʃˈɛlɪŋ// shelling

n. a heavy attack using big guns or bombs that last for a long time. It usually happens during a war or a battle.

n. the act of firing explosive projectiles or heavy artillery at a target over a sustained period. Often used in military or conflict reporting contexts.


SIMPLE

The city suffered heavy shelling throughout the night.

CONTEXTUAL

Civilians were forced to hide in underground shelters to escape the constant shelling of the residential district.

COMPLEX

The peace negotiations were abruptly suspended following reports of renewed shelling along the border, which both sides claimed was a violation of the ceasefire.

Synonyms
Usage

Often appears in the phrase 'heavy shelling' or 'artillery shelling'.

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