Blocking, in its various forms, plays an essential role in regulating both physical and virtual spaces. In the physical world, blocking often refers to impediments in the form of barriers, locks, or objects that prevent movement or access. In digital spaces, blocking typically refers to the act of preventing communication or access between users or to particular content. The concept of blocking has expanded beyond just physical barriers and has become a prominent feature of internet security, censorship, and personal online protection.
Word 'blocked' in Other Languages
- blocked in Assamese অসমীয়া
- blocked in Bengali বাংলা
- blocked in Bodo बड़ो
- blocked in Dogri डोगरी
- blocked in English
- blocked in Gujarati ગુજરાતી
- blocked in Hindi हिन्दी
- blocked in Kannada ಕನ್ನಡ
- blocked in Kashmiri कॉशुर
- blocked in Konkani कोंकणी
- blocked in Maithili মৈথিলী
- blocked in Malayalam മലയാളം
- blocked in Manipuri মৈতৈলোন্
- blocked in Marathi मराठी
- blocked in Nepali नेपाली
- blocked in Oriya ଓଡ଼ିଆ
- blocked in Punjabi ਪੰਜਾਬੀ
- blocked in Sanskrit संस्कृतम्
- blocked in Santali
- blocked in Sindhi سنڌي
- blocked in Tamil தமிழ்
- blocked in Telugu తెలుగు
- blocked in Urdu اُردُو
Blocked
Part of Speech
Adjective, Verb (Past Tense)
Pronunciation
/blɒkt/
Definitions
- Adjective: Prevented or obstructed from progress or movement; obstructed.
- Verb (past tense): The action of blocking something or preventing something from continuing or progressing.
Usage Examples
- The road was blocked due to an accident.
- Her account was blocked after she violated the terms of service.
- The blocked path hindered our journey.
Etymology
The word "blocked" comes from the verb "block," which dates back to the early 16th century. It originally referred to the act of obstructing or stopping something, derived from the Old French "bloquer," meaning to block, which itself came from the word "bloc" (a block of wood or stone). The term evolved to describe both the literal physical blocking of an object and the figurative act of preventing progress or communication.
Synonyms
- Obstructed
- Hindered
- Impeded
- Closed
- Barred
Antonyms
- Unblocked
- Open
- Accessible
- Clear
- Free
Translations
| Language | Translation | Pronunciation |
|---|---|---|
| Spanish | Bloqueado | /bloˈkeaðo/ |
| French | Bloqué | /blɔke/ |
| German | Blockiert | /blɔˈkiːɐt/ |
| Chinese (Mandarin) | 封锁 | /fēngsuǒ/ |
| Hindi | अवरोधित | /avrodhit/ |
| Tamil | தடைசெய்யப்பட்டது | /taṭaicceyyappaṭṭatu/ |
| Bengali | বাধাগ্রস্ত | /bādhāgrasta/ |
| Telugu | తాళించబడింది | /ṭāḷin̄cabaḍindi/ |
| Kannada | ನಿಷೇಧಿತ | /niṣēdhita/ |
Regional Pronunciation Variations
American English: /blɒkt/
British English: /blɒkt/
Indian English: /blɒkt/
Historical Usage
The term "blocked" has evolved primarily in the context of physical and figurative obstruction. Originally referring to a physical barrier or object that could stop the movement of goods, people, or machinery, the term was expanded to describe the interruption or halting of other processes such as communication, traffic, or access to resources. Over time, it has become increasingly used in modern digital contexts, such as social media accounts being blocked due to policy violations or censorship.
Cultural Nuances
The word "blocked" carries different connotations based on its context. In some cases, it may imply a sense of restriction or limitation that is seen as negative, such as the blocking of an individual’s access to information or resources. In other contexts, it can signify protection or prevention, such as blocking malicious content or threats in digital environments. Understanding the cultural perception of "blocked" often depends on whether the blocking is viewed as a protective measure or a restriction on personal freedom.