warfare
/ˈwɔːfeə/ · /ˈwɔːrfer/
CEFR level C1Topic HistoryWord #6761 in the learning path
战争；作战
Definitions
n. The activity of fighting wars, including methods and weapons used.
战争；作战
Example
The museum shows how warfare changed over centuries.
这座博物馆展示了几个世纪以来作战方式的变化。
Modern warfare can damage essential infrastructure, leaving communities without reliable access to water and electricity.
现代战争可能破坏重要基础设施，使社区无法稳定获得水电供应。
Collocations
- modern warfare
- chemical warfare
- guerrilla warfare
Word family
- war (n.)
- warrior (n.)
Usage tip
不可数，强调作战活动或方式；war可指一场战争。
FAQ
- What does warfare mean?
- The activity of fighting wars, including methods and weapons used.
- How is warfare pronounced?
- UK /ˈwɔːfeə/, US /ˈwɔːrfer/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
