English noun: emergency |
1. | emergency (event) a sudden unforeseen crisis (usually involving danger) that requires immediate action |
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| Samples | He never knew what to do in an emergency.
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| Synonyms | exigency, pinch |
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| Broader (hypernym) | crisis |
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2. | emergency (state) a state in which martial law applies |
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| Samples | The governor declared a state of emergency.
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| Broader (hypernym) | temporary state |
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3. | emergency (artifact) a brake operated by hand; usually operates by mechanical linkage |
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| Synonyms | emergency brake, hand brake, parking brake |
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| Broader (hypernym) | brake |
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| Part meronym | automotive vehicle, motor vehicle |
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