Emergency
/ɪˈmɜːrdʒənsi/
Definitions
- (n.) A sudden, unforeseen event requiring immediate action to prevent harm or danger.
The hospital staff responded quickly during the medical emergency.
- (n.) A state of official alert or crisis declared by authorities.
The government declared a state of emergency after the natural disaster.
Forms
- emergencies
Related terms
Commentary
The term 'emergency' often triggers specific procedural or legal mechanisms; precise definition in contracts or statutes can affect rights and obligations.
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