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- \in-ˈsər-kəl, en-\
- /ɪn.ˈsɜːkl.mənt/
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- \in-ˈsər-kəl, en-\
Definitions of encirclement word
- noun encirclement The act of encircling or the state of being encircled. 1
- noun encirclement (military) The isolation of a target by the formation of a blockade around it. 0
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Parts of speech for Encirclement
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encirclement popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 93% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
According to our data about 67% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.
encirclement usage trend in Literature
This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for encirclement
noun encirclement
- barrier — A barrier is something such as a rule, law, or policy that makes it difficult or impossible for something to happen or be achieved.
- barricade — A barricade is a line of vehicles or other objects placed across a road or open space to stop people getting past, for example during street fighting or as a protest.
- closure — The closure of a place such as a business or factory is the permanent ending of the work or activity there.
- restriction — something that restricts; a restrictive condition or regulation; limitation.
- roadblock — an obstruction placed across a road, especially of barricades or police cars, for halting or hindering traffic, as to facilitate the capture of a pursued car or inspection for safety violations.
Antonyms for encirclement
noun encirclement
- beginning — The beginning of an event or process is the first part of it.
- opening — an open or clear space.
- start — to begin or set out, as on a journey or activity.
- advantage — An advantage is something that puts you in a better position than other people.
- aid — Aid is money, equipment, or services that are provided for people, countries, or organizations who need them but cannot provide them for themselves.
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