blockade
UK/blɒ'keid/US
GREC1
Definitions
n.
The surrounding or sealing off of a place, especially a port, to prevent goods or people from entering or leaving.
封锁，封锁线
v.
To seal off a place to prevent entry or exit.
封锁，对…实施封锁
Root Breakdown
Loanwordblockadeother
=blockade
Example Sentences
- 1.
The naval blockade prevented supplies from reaching the island.