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Dictionary definition for: Emergency

1. (n) a sudden unforeseen crisis (usually involving danger) that requires immediate action; "he never knew what to do in an emergency"

2. (n) a state in which martial law applies; "the governor declared a state of emergency"

3. (n) a brake operated by hand; usually operates by mechanical linkage

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