field day

The term "field day" originated from military exercises but has since evolved to include various contexts, often implying a day of fun, activity, or advantage.

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Definition

B1Education

(school, outdoor)A special day dedicated to organized outdoor sports and activities for students.

Example

  • The students looked forward to their annual field day filled with races and games.

B2Idiomatic

(informal)A situation where someone takes great pleasure or advantage, often at another's expense.

Example

  • The media had a field day covering the celebrity scandal.

C1Military

(technical)A day for conducting outdoor military exercises and maneuvers.

Example

  • The troops prepared for their field day with rigorous training.

Similar

Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "field day":

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