Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
cordon-off
verb
/ˈkɔːr.dən.ɑːf/
Definition
To restrict or block access to an area using a cordon or barrier.
Examples
- The police cordon-off the crime scene to gather evidence.
- Officials decided to cordon-off the affected area after the flood.
Meaning
The act of setting up a boundary or a blockade around a specific area to prevent entry.
Synonyms
- Isolate
- Seal off
- Enclose
- Blockade
