Definition

Proper noun 1. A significant battle: Refers specifically to the Battle of Flodden, a major military engagement fought in 1513 between the Kingdom of England and the Kingdom of Scotland, resulting in a decisive English victory and the death of King James IV of Scotland. 2. A geographical location: Refers to Flodden Hill (or the Flodden area) in Northumberland, England, which is the site where the aforementioned battle took place.

Usage

• The word "Flodden" is used almost exclusively as a proper noun to name this specific historical event and its location.
• It is commonly preceded by the preposition "at" or "of" when referring to the battle.
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Advanced Usage

• Metonymy: "Flodden" can be used metonymically to represent the concept of a devastating defeat or a great national tragedy, particularly in a Scottish context.
  • Example: "The policy failure was his personal Flodden." (This implies a crushing and definitive defeat.)

Variants and Related Words

• Flodden Field: An alternative name for the site of the battle.
• Flodden Edge: Another geographical name for the ridge where the battle occurred.

Synonyms

• (For the battle) The Battle of Flodden Field, The Battle of Branxton (a more precise modern name, as the fighting occurred near Branxton village).
• (For the concept of a defeat) Catastrophe, debacle, rout.

Related Phrases and Idioms

• "A Flodden for...": Used to describe a similarly disastrous outcome for a person or group.
  • Example: "The election result was a Flodden for the incumbent party."
• "Remember Flodden": A phrase invoking the memory of the battle, often to signify remembrance of a great loss or a call to avoid past mistakes.

Noun

1. a battle in 1513; the English defeated the invading Scots and James IV was killed
2. a hill in Northumberland where the invading Scots were defeated by the English in 1513