Siege
/ˈsiːdʒ/
Definitions
- (n.) The surrounding and blockading of a place to compel surrender or force entry, often in armed conflict or legal martial contexts.
The castle endured a long siege before the defenders capitulated.
Forms
- sieges
Related terms
Commentary
In legal usage, 'siege' often appears in contexts involving martial law, occupation, and rules of armed conflict; clarity about the legal authority and conditions for siege is crucial in drafting related statutes or agreements.
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