emergency

/i'mə:dʤensi/
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emergency

The paramedics rushed to the emergency.

Definition
  1. Noun:
    • A sudden, serious, and often dangerous situation requiring immediate action: An "emergency" is an unexpected event that poses an immediate risk to health, life, property, or the environment and demands urgent intervention.
    • A state of crisis where normal procedures are suspended: In official contexts, an "emergency" can refer to a formally declared state, often involving special powers or laws, due to a severe crisis.
    • (Less common) A hand-operated brake, especially in vehicles: This is a specific mechanical use of the word.
Usage and Examples
  • Noun (General Crisis):
    • Call 911 only in a real emergency, such as a fire or a medical crisis.
    • The pilot made an emergency landing after an engine failure.
  • Noun (Declared State):
    • The president declared a state of emergency following the major earthquake.
    • Martial law was imposed during the national emergency.
  • Noun (Mechanical Device - rare):
    • The driver pulled the emergency brake to stop the rolling car.
Advanced Usage
  • "to rise to the emergency": To prove capable of handling a sudden crisis effectively.
    • The medical team rose to the emergency and saved many lives.
  • "state of emergency": An official government declaration during a major disaster or crisis, granting temporary special powers.
    • A state of emergency allows for the rapid mobilization of resources.
Variants and Related Words
  • Emergent (adj): Coming into view or existence; often used in scientific contexts (e.g., ). Can also relate to an emergency (e.g., ).
  • Emergency room (ER) (n): The department in a hospital for treating acute medical conditions.
Synonyms
  • Crisis: A time of intense difficulty or danger.
  • Exigency: An urgent need or demand.
  • Danger: The possibility of harm or death.
Related Phrases and Idioms
  • In case of emergency: Used to indicate procedures to follow during a crisis.
    • Break the glass in case of emergency.
  • Emergency exit: A designated door for quick evacuation in a crisis.
    • Please locate your nearest emergency exit.
  • Emergency funds/supplies: Money or resources set aside for urgent, unexpected needs.
    • It's wise to have emergency funds saved.
emergency

The paramedics rushed to the emergency.

Noun
  1. a brake operated by hand; usually operates by mechanical linkage
  2. a state in which martial law applies
    • the governor declared a state of emergency
  3. a sudden unforeseen crisis (usually involving danger) that requires immediate action
    • he never knew what to do in an emergency

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