open field

See also: open-field

English

Noun

open field (plural open fields)

1. (military) A large, unobstructed area of land with minimal cover, exposing troops to potential enemy fire with little opportunity to hide or take cover.
2. (idiomatic, by extension) A situation with no obstacles or limitations; a clear opportunity to act freely or without significant competition.

See also

• field day
• in the open
• open season
• wide open