PoliticsAugust 22, 2026

foxhole

FOK-hohl

Definition

A pit or trench dug by a soldier to provide protection from enemy fire or to serve as a defensive fighting position.

Etymology

Derived from the literal military practice of soldiers digging holes in the ground for protection, the term originated in the early 20th century, notably during World War I and World War II.

In the news

The editor of Stars and Stripes uses this term metaphorically to describe the vital defensive position of editorial independence he is willing to fight to protect against military interference.

USS Abraham Lincoln: Military Newspaper Publisher Resigns After Critical Mental Health Coverage

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