block (A1)

noun

Pronunciation: blɒk

Definition

A solid piece of hard material, like wood or stone, with flat sides.

Examples

• The children played with wooden blocks.

• He used a block of cheese to make a sandwich.

• The sculptor carved the statue from a large block of marble.

How to Use block

block the way (prepositional phrase)

To be in a position that prevents someone or something from moving past. — "The large rock blocked the way for hikers."

block access (collocation)

To prevent someone from reaching or using a place or thing. — "The fence blocked access to the garden."

block a view (collocation)

To prevent someone from seeing something. — "The tall building blocked their view of the sea."

Synonyms of block

Words with a similar meaning to block:

• piece
• lump
• chunk
• slab

Antonyms of block

Words with the opposite meaning to block:

• hole
• gap

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