Meaning of the word "field day" in English
What does "field day" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
field day
US /ˈfiːld deɪ/
UK /ˈfiːld deɪ/
Noun
1.
an enjoyable day spent outdoors, typically involving sports or other recreational activities
Example:
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The school organized a field day with various games and races for the students.
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We had a fantastic field day at the park, playing frisbee and having a picnic.
2.
an opportunity for a person or group to have great success or an enjoyable time, especially at someone else's expense
Example:
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The defense lawyers had a field day with the prosecution's weak evidence.
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The tabloids had a field day with the celebrity scandal.
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