blockade

/blɒkˈe‍ɪd/

/ˌbɫɑˈkeɪd/

to blockade

MAIN VERB

render unsuitable for passage

synonyms : bar

impose a blockade on

synonyms : seal off

obstruct access to

synonyms : block off

hinder or prevent the progress or accomplishment of

synonyms : block

Blockade

a war measure that isolates some area of importance to the enemy

prevents access or progress

Examples

1. To raise a blockade/ban/siege.

2. The protesters tried to break away from the police blockade and continue their march.

3. In 2015, farmers in Northern Ireland blockaded a Lidl distribution center in protest over the price of milk.

4. The German navy will still blockade both coasts.