Meaning of the word lockdown in English
What does lockdown mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
lockdown
US /ˈlɑːk.daʊn/
UK /ˈlɒk.daʊn/
Noun
an emergency measure or condition in which people are temporarily prevented from entering or leaving a restricted area or building, or from leaving their homes, especially during a crisis or epidemic
Example:
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The city went into a full lockdown to control the spread of the virus.
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During the prison lockdown, no one was allowed to leave their cells.