1.
enemy camp; enemy lines; opponent's territory
The camp, territory, or position occupied by the enemy or opposing side. Used in military, sports, and board game contexts.
Used across military, sports, and board game contexts to refer to the opposing side's territory or position.
Common collocations
- 敵陣に乗り込む: to push into enemy territory
- 敵陣に切り込む: to cut into enemy lines
- 敵陣深く: deep into enemy territory
- 敵陣を突破する: to break through enemy lines
Similar words
- 自陣: one's own camp/territory — the opposite; one's own side of the field or board
- 陣地: camp, position, base — a more general term for an established position
- 敵地: enemy territory — similar meaning but refers more to the land or region itself
Usage
In 将棋 (Japanese chess), 敵陣 refers to the three rows closest to the opponent, where pieces can be promoted. In sports like soccer and rugby, it refers to the opponent's half of the field.
Related Words
Compare:
陣地 (camp, position, base)