Definition of Besiege
Besiege
be·siege


Definition/Meaning
(verb)
To surround and attack a place, such as a city or castle, in order to capture it.

e.g. The enemy army will besiege the fortress until it surrenders.

(verb)
to press or overwhelm with requests;

e.g. The only choice she had to save him was to besiege her father to act on her behalf.

(verb)
to cause worry or distress to;

e.g. Night after night, dark thoughts would besiege him.



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