'minefield' definitions:
Definition of 'minefield'
(from WordNet)
noun
A region in which explosives mines have been placed
Definition of 'minefield'
From: GCIDE
- minefield \minefield\ n.
- 1. (Mil.) a region in which explosive mines[4] have been placed, especially a region on land. [WordNet 1.5]
- 2. Hence: (Fig.) A situation in which a simple mistake can have disastrous consequences; a touchy or dangerous situation requiring great caution; as, the candidate threaded his way skillfully through a minefield of loaded questions from the audience. [PJC]