block (n):the act of obstructing or deflecting someone's movements Related Words: ing block (n):a platform from which an auctioneer sellsSamplesthey put their paintings on the block block (n):a solid piece of something (usually having flat rectangular sides)Samplesthe pyramids were built with large stone blocks block (n):housing in a large building that is divided into separate unitsSamplesthere is a block of classrooms in the west wing block (n):an obstruction in a pipe or tubeSampleswe had to call a plumber to clear out the blockage in the drainpipe Related Words: age block (n):a metal casting containing the cylinders and cooling ducts of an engineSamplesthe engine had to be replaced because the block was cracked block (n):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 block (n):an inability to remember or think of something you normally can do; often caused by emotional tensionSamplesI knew his name perfectly well but I had a temporary block block (n):a number or quantity of related things dealt with as a unitSampleshe reserved a large block of seats.
he held a large block of the company's stock block (n):a rectangular area in a city surrounded by streets and usually containing several buildingsSampleshe lives in the next block block (n):(computer science) a sector or group of sectors that function as the smallest data unit permittedSamplessince blocks are often defined as a single sector, the terms `block' and `sector' are sometimes used interchangeably block (n):a three-dimensional shape with six square or rectangular sides Related Words: cube block (v):prohibit the conversion or use of (assets)SamplesBlocked funds.
Freeze the assets of this hostile government Related Words: freeze block (v):shape into a block or blocksSamplesblock the graphs so one can see the results clearly block (v):shape by using a blockSamplesBlock a hat.
block a garment block (v):be unable to rememberSamplesI'm drawing a blank.
You are blocking the name of your first wife! Related Words: forget block (v):interfere with or prevent the reception of signalsSamplesJam the Voice of America.
block the signals emitted by this station Related Word: jam block (v):impede the movement of (an opponent or a ball)Samplesblock an attack Related Words: parry block (v):support, secure, or raise with a blockSamplesblock a plate for printing.
block the wheels of a car block (v):render unsuitable for passageSamplesblock the way.
barricade the streets.
stop the busy road Related Words: bar, barricade, ade, stop block (v):obstructSamplesMy nose is all stuffed.
Her arteries are blocked Related Words: stuff block (v):stamp or emboss a title or design on a book with a blockSamplesblock the book cover block (v):run on a block systemSamplesblock trains block (v):shut out from view or get in the way so as to hide from sightSamplesThe thick curtain blocked the action on the stage.
The trees obstruct my view of the mountains block (v):interrupt the normal function of by means of anesthesiaSamplesblock a nerve.
block a muscle block (v):hinder or prevent the progress or accomplishment ofSamplesHis brother blocked him at every turn Related Words: hinder, obstruct, stymie block (v):stop from happening or developingSamplesBlock his election.
Halt the process Related Words: halt, stop
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Even a worm will turn
Everybody will revolt if driven too far. Even the lowest of animals will revolt and hit back at some point. Even a worm, the simplest of animals, will defend itself.
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