Pronunciation

/blok/

Definitions

• Noun: A large, solid piece of material, typically rectangular, used for building, covering, or blocking something. Also refers to a group or collection of items that are considered together. For example: “The wall was made of solid blocks of stone.”
• Verb: To obstruct or prevent movement; to fill up or occupy space with blocks. For example: “The construction workers blocked off the street to lay new pipes.”
• Verb: (informal) To prevent or hinder progress; to create a barrier. For example: “His constant complaining blocked her from moving forward with her project.”

Phrases

• “Build a block” means to construct something using blocks.
• “Clear a blockage” refers to removing an obstruction or impediment.
• “Mind the block” is a colloquial expression to be cautious or aware of one’s surroundings.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “She stacked the books neatly into a block on the shelf.”
• Verb: “The gardener had to block off a section of the garden to plant the trees.”
• Verb: “His fear of failure blocked him from taking risks.”

Synonyms

• Solid
• Mass
• Barrier -hindrance
• Obstacle
• Clog
• Fill
• Barrier