cauldron battle en · NOUN
Etymology
Calque of German Kesselschlacht. Compare kettle (“to contain demonstrators in a confined area; group of protesters or rioters confined in a limited area”).
Meanings
- (historical, qualifier:see usage note, uncommon) battle of encirclement
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| cauldron battles | Number=Plur | lexicographic |