field of honor

noun phrase

: battlefield

: a place where a duel is fought

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Highlights include a field of honor, a daily flag ceremony, and a salute to heroes. —

Linda McIntosh, San Diego Union-Tribune, 1 Nov. 2023

Word History

First Known Use

1611, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of field of honor was in 1611

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“Field of honor.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/field%20of%20honor. Accessed 23 Nov. 2024.

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