obstruction

US /əbˈstrʌk.ʃən/
UK /əbˈstrʌk.ʃən/
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1.

the action of obstructing or the state of being obstructed

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The fallen tree caused an obstruction on the road.
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There was an obstruction in the pipe, preventing water flow.
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hindranceimpedimentbarrierblockageclog
2.

an act of intentionally preventing someone or something from doing something

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The politician was accused of obstruction of justice.
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The team was penalized for obstruction during the game.
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impedingblockinghinderinghamperingthwarting