Synonyms of laying siege to

laying siege to

phrase

present participle of lay siege to

as in besieging

to surround (as a fortified place) with armed forces for the purpose of capturing or preventing commerce and communication

The military is preparing to lay siege to the city.

Synonyms & Similar Words

• besieging
• blockading
• attacking
• leaguering
• cutting off
• encircling
• assaulting
• investing
• beleaguering
• blocking
• barricading
• damming
• insulating
• assailing
• isolating
• besetting
• confining
• quarantining

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• releasing
• freeing
• rescuing
• liberating
• emancipating