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human wave

noun · 1 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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noun

Meaning 1

A frontal assault by unprotected densely concentrated infantry against the enemy line.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: informal

Topics: government, military, politics, war

Examples

  • human wave tactics
  • human wave assault
  • The generals relied on costly human waves to make tiny conquests that they could sell to politicians and the population.

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