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1. onset

noun. ['ˈɑːnˌsɛt, ˈɔnˌsɛt'] the beginning or early stages.

Synonyms

Etymology

  • onset (English)
  • on- (English)
  • on- (Middle English (1100-1500))
  • set (English)
  • set (Middle English (1100-1500))

2. onset

noun. ['ˈɑːnˌsɛt, ˈɔnˌsɛt'] (military) an offensive against an enemy (using weapons).

Etymology

  • onset (English)
  • on- (English)
  • on- (Middle English (1100-1500))
  • set (English)
  • set (Middle English (1100-1500))
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