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Meaning of human wave | Babel Free

Noun CEFR B2

Definitions

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

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.”

CEFR level

B2
Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.

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