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