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Definition of: beleaguer
(bi·lē′gər) v.t.
1. To surround or shut in with an armed force.
2. To harass or annoy. See synonyms under ATTACK verb. [<Du. belegeren < be- about + leger camp]
—be·lea′guered adjective
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