siege
/siːd͡ʒ/ noun C1- A prolonged military assault or a blockade of a city or fortress with the intent of conquering by force or attrition. · They sued for peace after the long siege.
- A period of struggle or difficulty, especially from illness.
- A prolonged assault or attack.
- The seat of a heron while looking out for prey.
- A flock of herons.
Plural sieges
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