Cordon

Pronunciation:/ˈkɔːrdən/
EN→ZH

Quick Translations

  • 带
  • 绳索
  • 警戒线
  • 围栏
  • 隔离区

Definitions

noun

Definition

A cordon is a line or circle of police, soldiers, or guards preventing access to or from an area.

In ZH

警戒线是阻止进入或离开某个区域的警察、士兵或卫兵的线或圈。

Examples

  • The police set up a cordon around the crime scene.
  • A cordon of officers was placed around the building.
  • They established a cordon to keep the public away from the hazardous area.
  • During the event, a cordon was formed to manage the crowd.
  • The city was on high alert, with a cordon securing the perimeter.
verb

Definition

To cordon off means to surround or obstruct an area to prevent access.

In ZH

封锁意味着环绕或阻碍一个区域以防止进入。

Examples

  • They cordoned off the area following the accident.
  • The authorities cordoned off the street for safety reasons.
  • She cordoned off the workspace to ensure privacy.
  • The park was cordoned off for maintenance.
  • The area was cordoned off to keep people safe during the storm.

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