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Meaning & Definition of Emergency in English

English

Emergency

/ɪmərʤənsi/

noun

1. A sudden unforeseen crisis (usually involving danger) that requires immediate action

  • "He never knew what to do in an emergency"
synonym:
  • emergency,
  • exigency,
  • pinch

2. A state in which martial law applies

  • "The governor declared a state of emergency"
synonym:
  • emergency

3. A brake operated by hand

  • Usually operates by mechanical linkage
synonym:
  • hand brake,
  • emergency,
  • emergency brake,
  • parking brake

Examples of using

There's an emergency exit in the rear.
Any suspect case is considered a public health emergency due to the severity of this illness.
Listen to further instructions from emergency broadcast stations.