minefield /ˈmaɪnˌfiːld/ TEM4

• 1. 

  N-COUNT A minefield is an area of land or water where explosive mines have been hidden. 地雷区; 水雷区

• 2. 

  N-COUNT If you describe a situation as a minefield, you are emphasizing that there are a lot of hidden dangers or problems, and people need to behave with care because things could easily go wrong. 充满隐伏危险的事物 [强调]

  例：

  The whole subject is a political minefield.

  整个话题成了一个政治雷区。