Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

war-zone

noun
/ˈwɔːr zoʊn/
Definition
A region where active fighting is occurring, typically during a conflict or war.
Examples
  • The city was transformed into a war-zone after the conflict escalated.
  • Journalists often risk their lives to report from war-zones.
Meaning
A war-zone is a specific area where nations or groups engage in armed combat, often characterized by violence and danger.
Synonyms
  • combat zone
  • battlefield
  • frontline
  • conflict area