Looking for the meaning of the word BLOCKADING in English for both noun and verb forms from the Oxford Dictionary? Below, you can explore all possible meanings and definitions of BLOCKADING with sentence examples. You can also use the “AUDIO PRONUNCIATION” track to check the correct pronunciation in British English.
Word: Blockade
Speech Type: Verb
Etymology:
late 17th century: from block+ -ade, probably influenced by ambuscade
Audio Pronunciation:
Phonetic Spelling:
blɒˈkeɪd
Dialects: British English
Definition:
seal off (a place) to prevent goods or people from entering or leaving
Short Definition:seal off place to prevent goods or people from entering or leaving
Examples:- the authorities blockaded roads in and out of the capital
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