Word Meaning

sally definition and meaning

v. i. To leap or rush out; to burst forth; to issue suddenly; as a body of troops from a fortified place to attack besiegers; to make a sally.
v. A leaping forth; a darting; a spring.
v. A rushing or bursting forth; a quick issue; a sudden eruption; specifically, an issuing of troops from a place besieged to attack the besiegers; a sortie.
v. An excursion from the usual track; range; digression; deviation.
v. A flight of fancy, liveliness, wit, or the like; a flashing forth of a quick and active mind.
v. Transgression of the limits of soberness or steadiness; act of levity; wild gayety; frolic; escapade.

Crossword clues for sally

- A foray
- Set forth to find Ms Field
- Sortie of troops