Meaning of the word block in English

What does block mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

block

US /blɑːk/

UK /blɑːk/

a large solid piece of something, typically with flat surfaces on all sides

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He used a concrete block to prop open the door.

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The sculptor carved a figure from a large block of marble.

Synonym:

chunk slab lump mass piece

a large building divided into separate flats or offices

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They live in a tall apartment block downtown.

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The new office block will be completed next year.

Synonym:

building structure complex

an obstruction in a pipe, passage, or artery

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There's a block in the drain, causing the water to back up.

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The doctor found a block in one of his arteries.

Synonym:

obstruction clog barrier impediment

to prevent movement or flow through (a passage, pipe, etc.)

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The fallen tree blocked the road.

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He tried to block the punch with his arm.

Synonym:

obstruct clog bar hinder impede stop prevent

to prevent someone from doing something or from making progress

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The new regulations will block the company's expansion plans.

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She tried to block out the painful memories.

Synonym:

hinder impede obstruct prevent stop thwart

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