emergency
A sudden serious problem that needs quick action to stop harm or danger.
A sudden and unexpected serious situation that requires immediate action, often to prevent harm or danger.
The public services like police, fire, and ambulance that help in dangerous situations.
An organized public system or service designed to respond to urgent and dangerous situations, such as police, fire, or medical help.
- Base: emergency
- Plural: emergencies
emergency room
1Hospital area for urgent care
The part of a hospital where people go when they are very sick or hurt and need help right away.
- He was taken to the emergency room after the accident.
- The emergency room was crowded with patients last night.
emergency services
1Police, fire, and ambulance services
The police, fire department, and ambulance service that help in dangerous situations.
- Call the emergency services if you see a fire.
- The emergency services worked all night after the storm.
in case of emergency
1If something urgent happens
Used to say what to do if a dangerous or serious problem happens suddenly.
- In case of emergency, break the glass to reach the alarm.
- Keep this card with you in case of emergency.
emergency exit
1Exit for use in danger only
A door or way out that people use only when there is danger, like a fire.
- The emergency exit is at the back of the theater.
- Do not block the emergency exit at any time.
- Do not block the emergency exit.
- The emergency exits are clearly marked with signs.