Block Definition
block
noun
- a solid piece of something (usually having flat rectangular sides); "the pyramids were built with large stone blocks"
- a rectangular area in a city surrounded by streets and usually containing several buildings; "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; "he reserved a large block of seats"; "he held a large block of the company's stock"
- housing in a large building that is divided into separate units; "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; "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; "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; "the engine had to be replaced because the block was cracked"
- an obstruction in a pipe or tube; "we had to call a plumber to clear out the blockage in the drainpipe"
- a platform from which an auctioneer sells; "they put their paintings on the block"
- the act of obstructing or deflecting someone's movements
verb
- render unsuitable for passage; "block the way"; "barricade the streets"; "stop the busy road"
- hinder or prevent the progress or accomplishment of; "His brother blocked him at every turn"
- stop from happening or developing; "Block his election"; "Halt the process"
- interfere with or prevent the reception of signals; "Jam the Voice of America"; "block the signals emitted by this station"
- run on a block system; "block trains"
- interrupt the normal function of by means of anesthesia; "block a nerve"; "block a muscle"
- shut out from view or get in the way so as to hide from sight; "The thick curtain blocked the action on the stage"; "The trees obstruct my view of the mountains"
- stamp or emboss a title or design on a book with a block; "block the book cover"
- obstruct; "My nose is all stuffed"; "Her arteries are blocked"
- block passage through; "obstruct the path"
- support, secure, or raise with a block; "block a plate for printing"; "block the wheels of a car"
- impede the movement of (an opponent or a ball); "block an attack"
- be unable to remember; "I'm drawing a blank"; "You are blocking the name of your first wife!"
- shape by using a block; "Block a hat"; "block a garment"
- shape into a block or blocks; "block the graphs so one can see the results clearly"
- prohibit the conversion or use of (assets); "Blocked funds"; "Freeze the assets of this hostile government"
"Block" in song lyrics
See how block is used in real songs:
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"I straight flows for the block"
(11/5 f/) Taydatay — Roll 'Em Up [Edit] -
"Cop a new pair, that's a donation to the block"
1.4.0. Productions f/ Shawn Wigs — Drop! -
"Summertime, when we grind bumpin on yo block"
2nd II None f/ AMG, DJ Quik — Up in Da Club
Words that rhyme with block
Usage tips for "block"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "block" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for block to find words that pair well.