sally
sally definition
sally (sal′ē)
noun pl. sallies -·lies
- a sudden rushing forth, as of troops to attack besieging forces
- any sudden start into activity
- a quick witticism; bright retort; quip
- an excursion or unusual side trip; jaunt
Etymology: MFr saillie < saillir, to come forth suddenly, rush out, leap < L salire, to leap, spring: see salient
Sally definition
Sally (sal′ē)
noun
a feminine name
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