Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
western-front
noun
/ˈwɛstərn frʌnt/
Definition
The western front refers to the front line of the battle in Western Europe during World War I, primarily stretching across France and Belgium.
Examples
- The western front was a key battleground in World War I.
- Many soldiers experienced harsh conditions on the western front.
- Strategic decisions made on the western front influenced the outcome of the war.
Meaning
It is often associated with trench warfare, where armies on both sides faced each other in a long, fortified line.
Synonyms
- battlefield
- combat zone
- war front
