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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