battle station

The term "battle station" is used in both military and gaming contexts to describe a designated position or setup for engaging in combat or playing video games.

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Definition

C1Military

(technical)A designated position where military personnel operate or defend during combat or emergencies.

Example

  • Each soldier reported to their battle station as the alarm sounded.
  • The crew was ordered to their battle stations during the drill.

B2Gaming

(colloquial)The setup used for playing video games, typically including a computer, monitors, and accessories.

Example

  • He spent hours perfecting his battle station with the latest gaming gear.
  • Her battle station is equipped with a high-end PC and dual monitors.

Similar

Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "battle station":

base stationaction stationsmobile stationland battleship