Definitions

1. verb

to isolate a country or a place by surrounding it with water, making it inaccessible by sea.

“The new canal will landlock the small island nation, cutting off its maritime trade.”

2. noun

an area of land that is completely surrounded by water, making it inaccessible by sea.

“The small lake in the middle of the landlocked region was a vital source of fresh water.”

3. verb (transitive)

to prevent a country or a place from having access to the sea, often by surrounding it with water.

“The construction of the new dam will landlock the city’s port, severely impacting its economy.”