divebomb

/ˈdaɪvˌbɑm/

Definitions

1. noun

an intentional dive towards a target, especially an aircraft diving to attack an enemy plane from below.

“The pilot performed a successful divebomb run on the enemy ship.”

2. verb

to dive towards a target, especially an aircraft diving to attack an enemy plane from below.

“The fighter jet was seen divebombing the enemy aircraft.”

Synonyms

  • dive
  • stunt dive

Antonyms

  • evade
  • evasive maneuver