BLOCKADE

Definition

1. noun a war measure that isolates some area of importance to the enemy. — synonyms: encirclement
2. noun prevents access or progress.
3. verb hinder or prevent the progress or accomplishment of. — synonyms: obstruct, block, hinder, stymie, stymy, embarrass
4. verb render unsuitable for passage. — synonyms: barricade, block, stop, block_off, block_up, bar
5. verb obstruct access to. — synonyms: block_off
6. verb impose a blockade on. — synonyms: seal_off