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 Definition of 'emergency':

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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



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