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block
/blɒk/
a solid piece of material
The children built a tower using wooden blocks.
Blocks are used in construction or as toys.
general
a solid piece of material, typically rectangular, used in construction or as a toy
She stacked the blocks to build a small wall.
Blocks can be used to create structures.
Commonly used in children's toys and building materials.
general
to obstruct or prevent movement or progress
The traffic was blocked by a fallen tree.
Something blocking the road caused a delay.
Can be used both literally and metaphorically.
general
a section of a city or town, often used in addresses
He lives on the next block.
A block is a section of a street or neighborhood.
Commonly used in urban contexts.
Collocations
block of icea large piece of frozen waterblock partya street party involving multiple householdsblock someoneto prevent someone from contacting you
Related Phrases
Pro Tip
Common Usage
'Block' is a versatile word used in various contexts, from construction to digital communication.
Gold Rule
Verb vs. Noun
Ensure you use 'block' correctly as a noun or verb based on the context.
Word Origin
From Middle English 'blok,' possibly from Middle Dutch 'blok,' meaning a tree trunk or log.
Usage Notes
The word 'block' can be a noun or a verb, depending on the context. As a noun, it refers to a solid piece of material, while as a verb, it means to obstruct or prevent.
Word Breakdown
block
a solid piece or section
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