reprisal
rep
ˈrip
rip
ri
raɪ
rai
sal
zəl
zēl
British pronunciation
/ɹɪpɹˈa‍ɪzə‍l/

Definition & Meaning of "reprisal"in English

Reprisal
01

the act of hurting or damaging one's opponent or enemy in retaliation for the hurt or damage they inflicted upon one

example
Examples
The country launched a military reprisal after the enemy ’s surprise invasion.
The rebels anticipated a reprisal from the government forces following their uprising.
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