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besieged

/ˈbɛsɪdʒd/ verb, past participle · British & US
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What does besieged mean?

verb, past participle

Past participle of besiege. Surrounded by enemies or besiegers, especially in a fortified place.

Example

"The city was besieged for weeks before the attackers finally breached the walls."

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