Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
police-blockade
noun
/pəˈliːs bləˈkeɪd/
Definition
A police blockade is a measure taken by law enforcement to restrict or control the flow of traffic or movement in a specific area, often for safety or security reasons.
Examples
- The police established a blockade at the intersection to manage the crowd during the festival.
- During the protest, a police blockade was set up to prevent demonstrators from reaching the city hall.
- The residents were advised to avoid the area due to a police blockade following an accident.
Meaning
It refers to a situation where police officials set up barriers to prevent vehicles or pedestrians from passing through a designated location, typically during an emergency, investigation, or public event.
Synonyms
- roadblock
- checkpoint
- barrier
- seal-off
- cordon
