Definition of Emergency

1. Noun. A sudden unforeseen crisis (usually involving danger) that requires immediate action. "He never knew what to do in an emergency"

Exact synonyms: Exigency, Pinch
Generic synonyms: Crisis
Derivative terms: Emergent, Exigent

2. Noun. A state in which martial law applies. "The governor declared a state of emergency"
Generic synonyms: Temporary State

3. Noun. A brake operated by hand; usually operates by mechanical linkage.
Exact synonyms: Emergency Brake, Hand Brake, Parking Brake
Generic synonyms: Brake
Group relationships: Automotive Vehicle, Motor Vehicle

Definition of Emergency

1. n. Sudden or unexpected appearance; an unforeseen occurrence; a sudden occasion.

Definition of Emergency

1. Noun. A situation such as a natural or man-made disaster requiring urgent assistance. ¹

2. Noun. (Canada US often attributive) The department of a hospital that treats emergencies. ¹

3. Noun. (archaic) The quality of being emergent; sudden or unexpected appearance; an unforeseen occurrence. ¹

4. Adjective. Related to the emergency or to the provision of assistance. ¹

¹ Source: wiktionary.com

Definition of Emergency

1. [n -CIES]

Medical Definition of Emergency

1. An unexpected development or happening; a sudden need for action. Origin: L. E-mergo, pp. -mersus, to rise up, emerge, fr. Mergo, to plunge into, dip (05 Mar 2000)

Lexicographical Neighbors of Emergency

emerald shiner
emeraldine
emeraldines
emeraldlike
emeralds
emeraud
emeraude
emeraudes
emerauds
emerg
emerge
emerged
emergence
emergences
emergencies
emergency (current term)
emergency-brake
emergency brake
emergency brakes
emergency exit
emergency exits
emergency landing
emergency locator transmitter
emergency locator transmitters
emergency medical service
emergency medical service communication systems
emergency medical services
emergency medical technician
emergency medical technicians
emergency medicine

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