Definition & Meaning of "besiege"

to besiege

to surround a place, typically with armed forces, in order to force those inside to give up or surrender

harass, as with questions or requests

cause to feel distressed or worried

Example

The police used barricades to besiege the criminal in the building.

The army decided to besiege the enemy fortress to weaken its defenses.

The protesters sought to besiege the government building to demand change.

In medieval warfare, it was common to besiege castles to gain control.

During the siege, the opposing forces worked to besiege the city from all sides.

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