Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

war-story

noun

/ˈwɔːr ˈstɔːri/

Definition

A narrative that recounts personal experiences during a war, often highlighting the struggles and challenges faced by soldiers.

Examples

After dinner, he shared a gripping war story from his time overseas.
The veterans gathered to swap war stories and reminisce about their experiences.
Her grandfather was known for telling his favorite war story around the fire.

Meaning

War-story refers to a tale or account that describes events from military conflict, often conveying emotional or moral lessons as well as the realities of combat.