Definitions
How to pronounce block:
Block - as a noun
A solid piece of something (usually having flat rectangular sides)
Example: "The pyramids were built with large stone blocks"
A rectangular area in a city surrounded by streets and usually containing several buildings
Example: "He lives in the next block"
A three-dimensional shape with six square or rectangular sides
A number or quantity of related things dealt with as a unit
Example: "He reserved a large block of seats"
Housing in a large building that is divided into separate units
Example: "There is a block of classrooms in the west wing"
(computer science) a sector or group of sectors that function as the smallest data unit permitted
Example: "Since blocks are often defined as a single sector, the terms `block' and `sector' are sometimes used interchangeably"
An inability to remember or think of something you normally can do; often caused by emotional tension
Example: "I knew his name perfectly well but i had a temporary block"
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
A metal casting containing the cylinders and cooling ducts of an engine
Example: "The engine had to be replaced because the block was cracked"
An obstruction in a pipe or tube
Example: "We had to call a plumber to clear out the blockage in the drainpipe"
A platform from which an auctioneer sells
Example: "They put their paintings on the block"
The act of obstructing or deflecting someone's movements
Block - as a verb
Render unsuitable for passage
Example: "Block the way"
Hinder or prevent the progress or accomplishment of
Example: "His brother blocked him at every turn"
Stop from happening or developing
Example: "Block his election"
Interfere with or prevent the reception of signals
Example: "Jam the voice of america"
Run on a block system
Example: "Block trains"
Interrupt the normal function of by means of anesthesia
Example: "Block a nerve"
Shut out from view or get in the way so as to hide from sight
Example: "The thick curtain blocked the action on the stage"
Stamp or emboss a title or design on a book with a block
Example: "Block the book cover"
Block passage through
Example: "Obstruct the path"
Support, secure, or raise with a block
Example: "Block a plate for printing"
Impede the movement of (an opponent or a ball)
Example: "Block an attack"
Be unable to remember
Example: "I'm drawing a blank"
Shape by using a block
Example: "Block a hat"
Shape into a block or blocks
Example: "Block the graphs so one can see the results clearly"
Prohibit the conversion or use of (assets)
Example: "Blocked funds"
Example Sentences
Word Game Points
BLOCK has a SCRABBLE points total of 13.
BLOCK has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 16.
BLOCK has a WORDFEUD points total of 15.
