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   obstruct

   /əbˈstrʌkt/

   verb

   • 1. block (an opening, path, road, etc.); be or get in the way of: "she was obstructing the entrance" Similar blockblock upclogclog upget/stand in the way ofcut offshut offjambung upgum upchokebarricadebardam upinformal:gunge updated:cumbertechnical:occludeobturateOpposite clear
   • ▪ prevent or hinder (movement or someone or something in motion): "they had to alter the course of the stream and obstruct the natural flow of the water" Similar hold upbring to a standstillstophaltblock
   • ▪ deliberately make (something) difficult: "fears that the regime would obstruct the distribution of food" Similar hold upbring to a standstillstophaltblock
   • ▪ commit the offence of intentionally hindering (a police officer): "the appellants were arrested, and later convicted of obstructing the police"
   • ▪ (in various sports) impede (a player in the opposing team) in a manner which constitutes an offence: "an indirect free kick is awarded for intentionally obstructing an opponent" Similar impedehinderinterfere withhamperblockinterrupthold uphold backstand in the way offrustratethwartbalkinhibithamstringsabotageencumberslowslow downretarddelaystonewallforestallstallarrestcheckstophaltstayderailrestrictlimitcurbput a brake onbridlefettershackleinformal:stymieborkrare:trammelOpposite facilitatehelpfurther

   Word Origin late 16th century: from Latin obstruct- ‘blocked up’, from the verb obstruere, from ob- ‘against’ + struere ‘build, pile up’.

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   • 1. obstructor noun

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   OBSTRUCT definition: 1. to block a road, passage, entrance, etc. so that nothing can go along it, or to prevent…. Learn more.

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   The meaning of OBSTRUCT is to block or close up by an obstacle. How to use obstruct in a sentence. Synonym Discussion of Obstruct.

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   When you obstruct something, you block it. If you’re gobbling down your pizza, a chunk of crust you didn’t chew so well might obstruct your airway and you'll choke.

5. dictionary.cambridge.org › us › dictionaryOBSTRUCT | definition in the Cambridge English Dictionary

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   to block a road, passage, entrance, etc. so that nothing can go along it, or to prevent something from happening correctly by putting difficulties in its way: After the earthquake many roads were obstructed by collapsed buildings. Her view of the stage was obstructed by a pillar. An accident is obstructing traffic on the M11.

6. www.oxfordlearnersdictionaries.com › definition › englishobstruct verb - Definition, pictures, pronunciation and usage...

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   Sep 7, 2017 · obstruct something to block a road, an entrance, a passage, etc. so that somebody/something cannot get through, see past, etc. You can't park here, you're obstructing my driveway. First check that the accident victim doesn't have an obstructed airway.

7. www.collinsdictionary.com › dictionary › englishOBSTRUCT definition and meaning | Collins English Dictionary

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   To obstruct someone or something means to make it difficult for them to move forward by blocking their path. A number of local people have been arrested for trying to obstruct lorries loaded with logs.

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   What does the verb obstruct mean? There are six meanings listed in OED's entry for the verb obstruct. See ‘Meaning & use’ for definitions, usage, and quotation evidence. obstruct has developed meanings and uses in subjects including. law (mid 1600s) sport (1890s) See meaning & use. How common is the verb obstruct?

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   1. If something obstructs a road or path, it blocks it, stopping people or vehicles getting past. [...] 2. To obstruct someone or something means to make it difficult for them to move forward by blocking their path. [...] 3. To obstruct progress or a process means to prevent it from happening properly. [...] More. Conjugations of 'obstruct'

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    Obstruct definition: to block or close up with an obstacle; make difficult to pass. See examples of OBSTRUCT used in a sentence.

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    obstruct meaning, definition, what is obstruct: to block a road, passage etc: Learn more.