Meaning of the word "no man's land" in English
What does "no man's land" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
no man's land
US /ˈnoʊ mænz ˌlænd/
UK /ˈnəʊ mænz ˌlænd/
Noun
1.
disputed ground between the front lines of two opposing armies
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The soldiers had to cross a dangerous stretch of no man's land.
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The trenches were separated by a wide expanse of no man's land.
2.
an unowned or unclaimed piece of land or area of activity
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The small patch of woods behind the houses was a kind of no man's land.
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The debate on climate change often feels like a no man's land, with no clear consensus.
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