field

field · noun

imported

Definitions

noun

  1. 1.

    An area of open land, especially one used for agriculture or pasture.

  2. 2.

    An area of land used for sports or other activities.

  3. 3.

    A particular branch of study or area of activity.

  4. 4.

    A region where a particular condition prevails.

  5. 5.

    All the participants in a contest or sport.

  6. 6.

    To catch or stop a ball in sports.

  7. 7.

    To deal with or respond to something.

Forms

plural: fields

Phrases & expressions

  • •
    field of view — The area that can be seen.
  • •
    level playing field — Fair conditions for all.
  • •
    play the field — To date multiple people.
  • •
    field day — A day of outdoor activities; a time of great enjoyment.
  • •
    out in left field — Unconventional or mistaken.

Related words

See also: area, discipline, domain, meadow
Synonyms: area, discipline, domain, meadow

Etymology

From Old English feld ("plain, open land"), from Proto-Germanic felþuz.