Airfield (noun)

An area of land used for aircraft to take off and land.

Origin:

Late 19th century: from air + field.

Examples:

1. The airfield was used for military purposes during the war.
2. The airfield had a long runway for large commercial jets to take off and land.
3. The airfield was built in the middle of a desert, far from any major cities.
4. The airfield was surrounded by a fence to keep out intruders.
5. The airfield was a hub of activity with planes coming and going at all hours.