fields: meaning, definition, pronunciation and examples
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What does “fields” mean?
Open areas of land, typically used for agriculture or sports, often without buildings or trees.
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Definition
Meaning and Definition
Open areas of land, typically used for agriculture or sports, often without buildings or trees.
Areas of specialized activity, study or interest; domains of knowledge, profession or operation.
Dialectal Variation
British vs American Usage
Differences
In British English, 'playing fields' is common for sports grounds. In American English, 'field' alone or specific terms like 'ball field' are more frequent.
Connotations
British: agricultural heritage, public school sports. American: broader range including 'field of study', 'field work'.
Frequency
Both varieties use it frequently; similar frequency in academic/business contexts.
Grammar
How to Use “fields” in a Sentence
fields of + noun (fields of wheat)fields in + location (fields in Kent)fields for + purpose (fields for grazing)Vocabulary
Collocations
Examples
Examples of “fields” in a Sentence
verb
British English
- The team fields three new players on Saturday.
- She fields questions from journalists professionally.
American English
- The company fields a strong marketing team.
- He fields customer complaints efficiently.
adjective
British English
- The field study results were promising.
- We need field glasses for birdwatching.
American English
- Field research is essential for anthropology.
- The field trip was educational.
Usage
Meaning in Context
Business
Market segmentation into different fields of operation.
Academic
Interdisciplinary research across multiple fields.
Everyday
Children playing in the fields behind the house.
Technical
Electromagnetic fields in physics.
Vocabulary
Synonyms of “fields”
Strong
Neutral
Weak
Vocabulary
Antonyms of “fields”
Watch out
Common Mistakes When Using “fields”
- Using 'fields' as singular ('a fields' instead of 'a field')
- Confusing 'field' (singular) with 'fields' (plural) in academic contexts.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
No, it can be singular ('field of medicine') or plural ('fields of research'), depending on whether you're referring to one domain or multiple.
'Fields' are often cultivated or used for specific purposes (farming, sports). 'Meadows' are natural grassland areas, often with wild flowers.
Generally no, unless metaphorical (field of vision) or technical (magnetic fields). Physical 'fields' are outdoor areas.
Neutral - appropriate in both formal academic contexts and casual conversation about the countryside.
Open areas of land, typically used for agriculture or sports, often without buildings or trees.
Fields: in British English it is pronounced /fiːldz/, and in American English it is pronounced /fildz/. Tap the audio buttons above to hear it.
Phrases
Idioms & Phrases
- “fields of dreams”
- “play the field”
- “field day”
Learning
Memory Aids
Mnemonic
FIELDS: Farming In Every Land Develops Sustainability.
Conceptual Metaphor
KNOWLEDGE IS A FIELD (to plow, cultivate, harvest ideas)
Practice
Quiz
Which use of 'fields' is metaphorical rather than literal?