sallied

Meanings

• Verb

  To move forward or attack suddenly and boldly.

  - "The soldiers sallied forth from the castle to engage the enemy."
  - "After weeks of preparation, the pirates sallied from their hideout to plunder the nearby village."

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with sallied
ally , Sally , Valli , calli , rally

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Variants

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sallied , sallies , sally , sallying , sallied out , sallies out , sally out , sallying out

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Etymology

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Originally meant 'to come out of a fortified place to attack'. From Old French 'esaller', meaning 'to set out, to mount a horse'.

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Trivia

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1. The word 'sallied' is rarely used in modern English, but it has a rich history and can add depth and nuance to your writing.

2. The first recorded use of the word 'sallied' in English was in the 15th century.

3. The word 'sallied' is related to the word 'sallyport', which is a gate in the side of a fortified wall, used for embarking or disembarking ships.

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Related Concepts

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1. Assault: An attack, especially a violent one. 'Sallied' can be seen as a more old-fashioned or formal synonym for 'assault'.

2. Boldness: The quality of being willing to take risks or face danger. 'Sallied' can be seen as a description of an action that requires a great deal of boldness.

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Culture

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In literature, 'sallied' has been used to describe bold and daring actions, particularly in military contexts. It has also been used metaphorically to describe individuals or groups who are not afraid to take risks and challenge authority.

How to Memorize "sallied"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a group of soldiers charging out of a castle, brandishing their weapons and ready for battle. This is the image you should associate with 'sallied'.

2. associate
   

   - Think of the word 'bold' when you see or hear the word 'sallied'. Both words describe actions or individuals that are not afraid to take risks.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember that 'sallied' comes from the Old French word 'esaller', which means 'to set out' or 'to mount a horse'. This can help you remember the meaning of the word.

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