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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

minefield

/maɪnˈfiːld/ noun · British & US
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What does minefield mean?

noun

A field or area that has been laid with explosive mines, or a situation or subject that is difficult to approach or deal with because of the risk of danger or controversy.

Example

"The minefield of social media can be treacherous for young people."

Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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