The Open Dictionary

pitched battle

名词

UK/ˌpɪtʃt ˈbæt.ᵊl/
US/ˌpɪtʃt ˈbæt̬.ᵊl/

定义 pitched battle 名词

  1. Countable

    A large-scale, decisive battle where opposing forces engage in direct combat in a defined area.

    • A pitched battle erupted between fans in the stadium.

    • The two armies engaged in a pitched battle on the open plains.

    • A pitched battle occurred in the streets between the union members and riot police.