This is the 13346th most frequent Polish word.
ostrzelały
The Polish word "ostrzelały" means "shelled" or "fired upon" in English, typically referring to being subjected to gunfire or artillery.
In this sentence, 'ostrzelały' refers to the action of firing shots or shelling, specifically carried out by the troops.
Wojska ostrzelały pozycje wroga.
The troops fired at the enemy's positions.
Here, 'ostrzelały' is used figuratively to describe the dispersal of seeds from trees, likening it to firing or scattering.
Drzewa ostrzelały się ziarnami podczas silnego wiatru.
The trees unleashed their seeds during the strong wind.
In this usage, 'ostrzelały' again means the act of firing or shooting, this time pertaining to attackers targeting a structural element.