Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
state-of-siege
noun
/ˈsteɪt əv siːdʒ/
Definition
A situation in which a government suspends ordinary law and order, often in response to a perceived threat or emergency situation.
Examples
- During the state-of-siege, citizens had limited movement around the city.
- The government declared a state-of-siege in response to escalating violence.
- Access to public spaces was restricted during the state-of-siege.
Meaning
State-of-siege refers to a condition where a region or area is under strict control by the authorities due to threats such as civil unrest, warfare, or a serious public safety concern.
Synonyms
- martial law
- emergency rule
- curfew
- crackdown
