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verb
To physically isolate an area or building for security reasons preventing passage of humans or vehicles.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: transitive
Synonyms: none provided
Antonyms: none provided
verb
impose a blockade on
Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0
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Synonyms: blockade
Antonyms: none provided
Broader terms: besiege, beleaguer, surround, hem in, circumvent
verb
make tight; secure against leakage
Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0
Synonyms: seal
Antonyms: none provided
Broader terms: close, shut
Narrower terms: reseal, waterproof, caulk, calk, pack
History
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