noun

battleground

battleground, battlefield

The historic battleground is now a park.

The historic battleground is now a park.

The state became a political battleground.

The state became a political battleground.

((a/the)) battleground a place where a battle is fought The historic battleground is now a park.

((a)) political/ideological battleground a subject or area of disagreement The state became a political battleground.

Synonyms: battlefield, arena, combat zone

A compound of 'battle' and 'ground', meaning the piece of land where a battle is fought.

Think of the 'ground' where a 'battle' takes place. It's also frequently used metaphorically for any area of conflict.

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