English word blitz comes from German Krieg (War.), German Blitz ((optical) flash. (weather) lightning.)
| Dictionary entry | Language | Definition |
|---|---|---|
| Krieg | German (de) | War. |
| Blitz | German (de) | (optical) flash. (weather) lightning. |
| Blitzkrieg | German (de) | Blitzkrieg. |
| blitzkrieg | English (en) | A fast, sudden military offensive, usually combining ground forces with air support. |
| blitz | English (en) | (American football) The action of one or more defensive football players rushing the passer of the football.. (chess) Blitz chess, a form of chess with a short time limit for moves.. (figuratively) A sudden effort.. A sudden attack, especially an air raid; usually with reference to The Blitz.. A swift and overwhelming attack. (intransitive, American football) To perform a blitz.. [...] |