naval blockade

/ˌneɪvəl blɑˌkeɪd/
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Other forms: naval blockades

Definitions of naval blockade
  1. noun
    the interdiction of a nation's lines of communication at sea by the use of naval power
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    type of:
    blockade, encirclement
    a war measure that isolates some area of importance to the enemy
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