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 Definition of emergency  

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Definitions of 'emergency' Wordnet 

1. (noun) emergency, exigency, pinch
a sudden unforeseen crisis (usually involving danger) that requires immediate action
"he never knew what to do in an emergency"

2. (noun) emergency
a state in which martial law applies
"the governor declared a state of emergency"

3. (noun) hand brake, emergency, emergency brake, parking brake
a brake operated by hand; usually operates by mechanical linkage


Definitions of 'emergency' Webster 1913 Dictionary 

1. (noun) emergency
sudden or unexpected appearance; an unforeseen occurrence; a sudden occasion

2. (noun) emergency
an unforeseen occurrence or combination of circumstances which calls for immediate action or remedy; pressing necessity; exigency


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