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Blockader

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