blockaded

block·ade  (bl-kd)

n.

1. The isolation of a nation, area, city, or harbor by hostile ships or forces in order to prevent the entrance and exit of traffic and commerce.

2. The forces used to effect this isolation.

tr.v. block·ad·ed, block·ad·ing, block·ades

To set up a blockade against. See Synonyms at besiege.

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[Probably block + -ade (as in barricade).]

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block·ader n.

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Adj.

1.

blockaded - preventing entry or exit or a course of action; "a barricaded street"; "barred doors"; "the blockaded harbor" barred, barricaded obstructed - shut off to passage or view or hindered from action; "a partially obstructed passageway"; "an obstructed view"; "justice obstructed is not justice"