Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

warzone

noun
/ˈwɔːr.zoʊn/
Definition
A warzone is an area where armed conflict is taking place.
Examples
  • The city became a warzone after the outbreak of conflict.
  • Humanitarian efforts are challenging in the warzone due to ongoing hostilities.
Meaning
It is typically characterized by violence, destruction, and the presence of military forces or combatants.
Synonyms
  • combat zone
  • battlefield
  • hostile territory