Dictionary Check: emergency

"emergency" is a valid word!

Scrabble 17 points
Words with Friends 20 points

Definition

noun

a sudden unforeseen crisis (usually involving danger) that requires immediate action

Example: "he never knew what to do in an emergency"
Synonyms:
noun

a state in which martial law applies

Example: "the governor declared a state of emergency"
noun

a brake operated by hand; usually operates by mechanical linkage

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