Minefield

Noun

Definitions

1.NounAn area in which land mines or naval mines have been laid.

2.NounA matter or situation presenting multiple risks, dangers, complications or difficulties.

"Be careful. Foreign property investments are a minefield, and some people have lost a lot of money.; Russian grammar can be a minefield."

3.NounA pitch that has dried out and crumbled and on which the ball is bouncing and spinning unpredictably.

4.NounA quiz that terminates when the test-taker answers a question incorrectly.

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