Ambusher

Pronunciation: /ˈæmˈbʊʃɝ/

Ambusher (noun)

  1. A person who waits secretly to attack someone suddenly from a hidden place.
  2. In battle, a person assigned to attack an enemy unexpectedly while staying out of sight.

Examples

  • The ambusher waited in silence until the target arrived.
  • An ambusher can change the outcome of a fight quickly.