encirclement

Noun
US[en-sur-kuhl-muhnt]/ɛnˈsɝkəlmənt/4 syllables
Synonyms: blockade

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Noun (1)

  1. a war measure that isolates some area of importance to the enemySynonyms: blockadeType of military action, actionKinds naval blockade, siege

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