battle line
noun
Definition of battle line
1 : a line along which a battle is fought
2 : a line defining the positions of opposing groups in a conflict or controversy —usually used in plural battle lines were drawn over economic policies
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1751
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1751
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battle line
noun
Definition of battle line for English Language Learners
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: a line of soldiers who are fighting in a battle
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