Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

war-footing

noun

/ˈwɔːr ˈfʊtɪŋ/

Definition

A state of readiness for war or a situation where an individual or group prepares for a potential conflict.

Examples

During the crisis, the country was put on a war-footing to prepare for possible invasion.
The organization shifted to a war-footing when tensions escalated in the region.

Meaning

War-footing refers to the condition in which a country or organization mobilizes its resources and prepares its capabilities for armed conflict or military action.