unsiege

/ˌʌnˈsɪdʒ/

Definitions

1. verb

to relieve a besieged place or people from the pressure or attack of an enemy.

“The arrival of reinforcements unsieged the city after months of siege.”

2. noun

the act of relieving a besieged place or people from the pressure or attack of an enemy.

“The unsiege of the city was a turning point in the war.”

Synonyms

  • liberate
  • relieve
  • rescue

Antonyms

  • besiege
  • blockade
  • encircle