This is the 892nd most frequent Afrikaans word.
aanvaller
Attacker.
Here, 'aanvaller' is used to refer to a sports player, specifically an attacker in the context of a team sport like soccer.
Die aanvaller het die doel aangeteken.
The attacker scored the goal.
In this context, 'aanvaller' signifies a person who initiated a physical attack or crime.
Die polisie het die aanvaller gearresteer.
The police arrested the attacker.
In this usage, 'aanvaller' metaphorically represents someone who opposes or argues against ideologies or practices.