cordon off

UK
/ˈkɔː.dən ɒf/
US
/ˈkɔrdən ɔf/

Translations

cordon offverb
cordoned off
Präteritum
cordoned off
Partizip Perfekt
cordoning off
Gerundium
UK
/ˈkɔː.dən ɒf/
US
/ˈkɔrdən ɔf/
The police decided to cordon off the area after the incident.
Полиция решила оцепить район после инцидента.
Synonyms
seal off
block off
restrict access

Definitions

cordon offverb
To enclose or guard an area with a line of people, tape, or other barriers to prevent access.
The police cordoned off the crime scene to preserve evidence.