emergency

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emergency (enc)

Noun	1.	emergency - a sudden unforeseen crisis (usually involving danger) that requires immediate action; "he never knew what to do in an emergency" exigency, pinch crisis - a crucial stage or turning point in the course of something; "after the crisis the patient either dies or gets better"
	2.	emergency - a state in which martial law applies; "the governor declared a state of emergency" temporary state - a state that continues for a limited time
	3.	emergency - a brake operated by hand; usually operates by mechanical linkage emergency brake, hand brake, parking brake brake - a restraint used to slow or stop a vehicle

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