Meaning of the word encirclement in English

What does encirclement mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

encirclement

US /ɪnˈsɜːr.kl.mənt/
UK /ɪnˈsɜː.kl.mənt/

Noun

the act of surrounding someone or something completely

Example:
The army completed the encirclement of the enemy forces.
The city was under complete encirclement for weeks.
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