Meaning of the word unblock in English

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

unblock

US /ʌnˈblɑːk/

UK /ʌnˈblɒk/

remove an obstruction from (something)

Example:

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Can you help me unblock the drain?

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The road was unblocked after the fallen tree was removed.

Synonym:

clear open free unclog release

Antonym:

block obstruct clog jam choke

remove a restriction on (something)

Example:

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The government decided to unblock access to certain websites.

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She asked him to unblock her on social media.

Synonym:

allow enable permit release authorize

Antonym:

block restrict ban prohibit forbid