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foray

The correct spelling is foray.

How to pronounce foray

noun

IPA: /ˈfɒ.ɹeɪ/

Say it like: For-aee

The correct spelling is foray. A sudden or irregular incursion in border warfare; hence, any irregular incursion for war or spoils; a raid.

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Meanings

noun

  1. 1.A sudden or irregular incursion in border warfare; hence, any irregular incursion for war or spoils; a raid.
  2. 2.A brief excursion or attempt, especially outside one's accustomed sphere.

verb

  1. 1.To scour (an area or place) for food, treasure, booty etc.
  2. 2.To pillage; to ravage.

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