emergency

pronunciation

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  • Noun:
    a sudden unforeseen crisis (usually involving danger) that requires immediate action
    a state in which martial law applies
    a brake operated by hand; usually operates by mechanical linkage

Word Origin

emergency (n.)
"unforeseen occurrence requiring immediate attention," 1630s, from Latin emergens, present participle of emergere "to rise out or up" (see emerge). Or from emerge + -ency. As an adjective by 1881.

Synonym

Example

1. We had also talked about possible emergency scenarios .
2. It also has the caisson for emergency cases .
3. This is a life-threatening emergency that requires immediate treatment .
4. Japan 's present emergency , however , may have a more lasting impact .
5. Helps maintain control in emergency stops .

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