foray
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/ˈfɒ.ɹeɪ/
English
Definitions
noun
- A sudden or irregular incursion in border warfare; hence, any irregular incursion for war or spoils; a raid.
- A brief excursion or attempt, especially outside one's accustomed sphere.
verb
- To scour (an area or place) for food, treasure, booty etc.
- To pillage; to ravage.