Block
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British pronunciation/blˈɒk/
American pronunciation/ˈbɫɑk/

Definition & Meaning of "block"

Block
01

a three-dimensional shape with six square or rectangular sides

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block definition and meaning
1.1

a large solid piece of material that is square or rectangular in shape and has flat sides

example
Example
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The carpenter cut the block of wood into smaller pieces.
She used a marble block for her sculpture project.
They moved the heavy granite block with a forklift.
The children built a tower using wooden blocks.
02

an area in a city or town that contains several buildings and is surrounded by four streets

block definition and meaning
03

a large building that is divided into separate units for housing

04

a set or group of related items or quantities that are handled, dealt with, or considered as a single unit

05

the act of obstructing, stopping, or deflecting the movement or action of someone or something, often used in sports and martial arts contexts

06

an obstruction or impediment in a pipe or tube that prevents the normal flow of liquid, gas, or other substances

07

a wheel with a groove for a rope, used to lift or move heavy objects by changing the direction of the force applied to the rope

08

a metal casting that contains the cylinders and cooling ducts of an engine, forming the main framework of the engine

09

a platform or stand from which an auctioneer conducts sales, presenting items for bidders to consider and place bids on

10

a sudden inability to remember or think of something you usually can, often due to emotional stress or tension

11

(computer science) a sector or group of sectors that function as the smallest unit of data storage that can be accessed or managed

12

the firm, trapezoid or rectangular mat used in gymnastics for stepping and vaulting practice

to block
01

to stop the flow or movement of something through somewhere

to block definition and meaning
02

to hinder the occurrence of an action or to impede someone from doing something

03

to restrict or prevent access to a particular communication or service

04

to shape or form something, typically using a solid piece of material as a base or mold

05

to prevent or restrict access to financial resources or property

06

to encounter a state of mental obstacle or inhibition that impedes the flow of thoughts, ideas, or creativity

07

to obstruct or hinder the progress or action of an opponent, typically in sports or competitive activities

08

to impress or imprint a title, design, or pattern onto a book cover

09

to use a solid piece of material to reinforce, stabilize, or support something

10

to obstruct or impede the movement or passage of something or someone by creating a barrier or hindrance

11

to obstruct or conceal something from being seen or observed

12

to prevent or temporarily stop the transmission of nerve signals or the flow of bodily fluids

13

to prevent someone from contacting or viewing one's activities on social media

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Example
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The coach secured blocks together for stability.
The plumber removed the block from the kitchen sink drain.
Each block has its own community garden and recreational area.
Blocks were stacked for an elevated platform.
The running back runs, catches passes, and blocks for the quarterback.
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