SIEGE

Siege

A siege is a military blockade of a city or fortress with the intent of conquering by attrition or assault. The term derives from sedere, Latin for "to sit". Generally speaking, siege warfare is a form of constant, low-intensity conflict characterized by one party holding a strong, static defensive position. Consequently, an opportunity for negotiation between combatants is not uncommon, as proximity and fluctuating advantage can encourage diplomacy.

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siege

Noun

  1. seat
    1. A seat, especially as used by someone of importance or authority.
      1. An ecclesiastical see.
    2. The place where one has his seat; a home, residence, domain, empire.
    3. The seat of a heron while looking out for prey; a flock of heron.
    4. A privy or lavatory.
    5. The anus; the rectum.
      1. Excrements, stool, fecal matter.
      2. Rank; grade; station; estimation.
      3. The floor of a glass-furnace.
    6. A workman's bench.
  2. military action
    1. A prolonged military assault or a blockade of a city or fortress with the intent of conquering by force or attrition.
      1. A period of struggle or difficulty, especially from illness.
    2. A prolonged assault or attack

Verb

  1. To assault a blockade of a city or fortress with the intent of conquering by force or attrition; to besiege.


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