Definitions

1. noun

The act of evacuating a place, especially in an emergency or crisis.

“The evacuation of the city was carried out in a well-organized manner to minimize casualties.”

2. noun

The state of being evacuated or removed from a place.

“The vacation resort was placed under evacuation due to the approaching storm.”

3. verb

To remove people or things from a place, especially in an emergency or crisis.

“The authorities ordered the evacuation of the building due to the fire.”