The term "block" can be used in a variety of fields, from construction (a block of stone) to politics (a voting block) to technology (a block of data). It conveys the idea of something that is solid, obstructive, or unitized, whether physically or conceptually. The use of blocks in architecture, urban planning, and digital technology underscores its versatility as a term. "Blocking" actions are commonly seen in everyday life, from traffic jams to internet access restrictions, making the word highly relevant across different sectors.
No exact match translations found for 'block' in bodo.
Word 'block' in Other Languages
- block in Assamese অসমীয়া
- block in Bengali বাংলা
- block in Bodo बड़ो
- block in Dogri डोगरी
- block in English
- block in Gujarati ગુજરાતી
- block in Hindi हिन्दी
- block in Kannada ಕನ್ನಡ
- block in Kashmiri कॉशुर
- block in Konkani कोंकणी
- block in Maithili মৈথিলী
- block in Malayalam മലയാളം
- block in Manipuri মৈতৈলোন্
- block in Marathi मराठी
- block in Nepali नेपाली
- block in Oriya ଓଡ଼ିଆ
- block in Punjabi ਪੰਜਾਬੀ
- block in Sanskrit संस्कृतम्
- block in Santali
- block in Sindhi سنڌي
- block in Tamil தமிழ்
- block in Telugu తెలుగు
- block in Urdu اُردُو
Block
Part of Speech
Noun, Verb
Pronunciation
/blɒk/
Definitions
- As a noun: A solid piece of material, typically with flat surfaces, used for building, construction, or as a part of a structure.
- As a verb: To obstruct or prevent movement, progress, or action.
- As a noun: A section of a street, neighborhood, or city, typically delineated by streets or roads.
- As a verb: To impede or interfere with a process or activity.
Usage Examples
- She placed the block of wood in the corner of the room.
- The workers had to block the road due to the construction work.
- We walked around the block before returning home.
- The court order was used to block the merger of the two companies.
Etymology
From Middle English 'blok,' from Old French 'bloc,' meaning "a piece or mass of timber," likely from the Middle Dutch 'blok' meaning "log" or "wooden piece." It has been used since the 14th century.
Synonyms
- Obstacle
- Barrier
- Hindrance
- Chunk
- Piece
Antonyms
- Clear
- Open
- Unobstructed
- Allow
- Facilitate
Translations
| Language | Translation | Pronunciation |
|---|---|---|
| Spanish | bloque | /ˈbloke/ |
| French | bloc | /blɔk/ |
| German | Block | /blɔk/ |
| Chinese (Mandarin) | 块 | /kuài/ |
| Hindi | ब्लॉक | /blɔːk/ |
| Tamil | பிளாக் | /piḷāk/ |
| Bengali | ব্লক | /blɔk/ |
| Telugu | బ్లాక్ | /blāk/ |
| Kannada | ಬ್ಲಾಕ್ | /blāk/ |
Regional Pronunciation Variations
American English: /blɒk/
British English: /blɒk/
Australian English: /blɒk/
Historical Usage
The word "block" has been used in various forms since the 14th century to describe a solid piece of material. Its modern uses to describe barriers or obstacles began in the early 19th century. The concept of "blocking" was later applied to legal, political, and digital contexts in the 20th century.
Cultural Nuances
In political contexts, a "block" often refers to a coalition of parties or groups united to achieve a common objective, such as a voting block in a legislature. In technology, "block" can refer to an action that prevents access to information, such as blocking a user on social media.