noun
besiegement
Besiegement (noun) means the act of surrounding a place with armed forces to force it to surrender.
noun
1
The act of surrounding a place with armed forces to force it to surrender.
2
The condition of being surrounded by armed forces trying to force a surrender.
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Etymology
Formed from besiege and -ment.
Rhymes for besiegement
cement
element
clement
movement
pavement
tenement
inclement
abatement
amusement
statement
agreement
excrement
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Frequently asked questions
What is the meaning of besiegement?
"besiegement" (noun) means the act of surrounding a place with armed forces to force it to surrender.
What are the different meanings of besiegement?
"besiegement" has 2 main meanings: 1. The act of surrounding a place with armed forces to force it to surrender; 2. The condition of being surrounded by armed forces trying to force a surrender.
