playing field
noun
an expanse of level ground, as in a park or stadium, where athletic events are held.
Origin of playing field
First recorded in 1575–85
Words nearby playing field
playgoer,
playground,
playgroup,
playhouse,
playing card,
playing field,
playing trick,
playland,
playlet,
playlist,
playmaker
Example sentences from the Web for playing field
The playing-field was a quagmire, and the girls had to depend upon walking for their daily exercise.
The Princess of the School |Angela BrazilFrom the biological and psychological point of view the playing-field is immeasurably superior to the gymnasium.
Parenthood and Race Culture |Caleb Williams SaleebyThe two girls hurried off to the playing-field, but took care not to approach together, in case of awakening suspicions.
A Patriotic Schoolgirl |Angela BrazilIt was growing dark when he passed the lodge, and crossed the playing-field towards the school-house.
The Master of the Shell |Talbot Baines Reed
British Dictionary definitions for playing field
playing field
noun
mainly British
a field or open space used for sport