English dictionary
block
/bl/A/k/
Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.
noun
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a solid piece of something (usually having flat rectangular sides)
ExamplesThe pyramids were built with large stone blocks.
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a rectangular area in a city surrounded by streets and usually containing several buildings
ExamplesHe lives in the next block.
Synonyms city blockSource: WordNet 3.0
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a three-dimensional shape with six square or rectangular sides
Synonyms cubeSource: WordNet 3.0
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a number or quantity of related things dealt with as a unit
ExamplesHe reserved a large block of seats.
He held a large block of the company's stock.
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housing in a large building that is divided into separate units
ExamplesThere is a block of classrooms in the west wing.
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(computer science) a sector or group of sectors that function as the smallest data unit permitted
ExamplesSince blocks are often defined as a single sector, the terms `block' and `sector' are sometimes used interchangeably.
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an inability to remember or think of something you normally can do; often caused by emotional tension
ExamplesI knew his name perfectly well but I had a temporary block.
Synonyms mental blockSource: WordNet 3.0
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a simple machine consisting of a wheel with a groove in which a rope can run to change the direction or point of application of a force applied to the rope
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a metal casting containing the cylinders and cooling ducts of an engine
ExamplesThe engine had to be replaced because the block was cracked.
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an obstruction in a pipe or tube
ExamplesWe had to call a plumber to clear out the blockage in the drainpipe.
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a platform from which an auctioneer sells
ExamplesThey put their paintings on the block.
Synonyms auction blockSource: WordNet 3.0
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the act of obstructing or deflecting someone's movements
Synonyms blockingSource: WordNet 3.0
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A piece of wood more or less bulky; a solid mass of wood, stone, etc., usually with one or more plane, or approximately plane, faces; as, a <i>block</i> on which a butcher chops his meat; a <i>block</i> by which to mount a horse; children's playing <i>blocks</i>, etc.
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In Australia, one of the large lots into which public land, when opened to settlers, is divided by the government surveyors.
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verb
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render unsuitable for passage
ExamplesBlock the way.
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hinder or prevent the progress or accomplishment of
ExamplesHis brother blocked him at every turn.
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stop from happening or developing
ExamplesBlock his election.
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interfere with or prevent the reception of signals
ExamplesBlock the signals emitted by this station.
Synonyms jamSource: WordNet 3.0
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run on a block system
ExamplesBlock trains.
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interrupt the normal function of by means of anesthesia
ExamplesBlock a nerve.
Block a muscle.
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shut out from view or get in the way so as to hide from sight
ExamplesThe thick curtain blocked the action on the stage.
Synonyms obstructSource: WordNet 3.0
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stamp or emboss a title or design on a book with a block
ExamplesBlock the book cover.
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obstruct
ExamplesHer arteries are blocked.
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block passage through
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support, secure, or raise with a block
ExamplesBlock a plate for printing.
Block the wheels of a car.
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impede the movement of (an opponent or a ball)
ExamplesBlock an attack.
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be unable to remember
ExamplesYou are blocking the name of your first wife!
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shape by using a block
ExamplesBlock a hat.
Block a garment.
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shape into a block or blocks
ExamplesBlock the graphs so one can see the results clearly.
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prohibit the conversion or use of (assets)
ExamplesBlocked funds.
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To obstruct so as to prevent passage or progress; to prevent passage from, through, or into, by obstructing the way; -- used both of persons and things; -- often followed by <i>up</i>; as, to <i>block</i> up a road or harbor.
Source: webster1913