Definitions
Century Dictionary and Cyclopedia
- n. The act of blocking, or the state of being blocked, in any sense of the verb block. Specifically— The impressing, either in gold or ink, or without color, of a design on the covers of a book: in the United States usually called
stamping . - n. Blocks used to support anything temporarily.
- n. A small rough piece of wood fitted in and glued to the interior angle formed by two boards, in order to strengthen the joint between them.
Wiktionary
- v. present participle of block.
- n. The act by which something is blocked; an obstruction.
- n. theater The precise movement and positioning of actors on a stage in order to facilitate the performance of a play, ballet, film or opera (originally planned using miniature blocks).
- n. Blocks used to support (a building, etc.) temporarily.
GNU Webster's 1913
- n. The act of obstructing, supporting, shaping, or stamping with a block or blocks.
- n. Blocks used to support (a building, etc.) temporarily.
WordNet 3.0
- n. the act of obstructing or deflecting someone's movements
Examples
“You can see right now what we have going on is what we call a blocking pattern.”
“But the three networks are also not alone in blocking their content.”
The Wall Street Journal: Networks Block Web Programs From Being Viewed on Google TV
“If it wasn't for the occasional train blocking the crossing at Wall/Broad, it would definitely probably be a better option that 1st/3rd.”
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“The WEA has isolated itself from other good-education advocates in blocking the state's application.”
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“Best Pass Protection Pickup: After hearing for weeks that Ryan Torain's weakness was in blocking, the former practice squader made a crucial block that allowed McNabb to find Santana Moss for Washington's first score.”
“The standard of excellence for defensive backs will change and the basis of football no longer will be in blocking or tackling.”
The Washington Post: Taking the tackling out of pro football
“Stay consistent with field goals and don't have any breakdowns in blocking: Yes.”
The Washington Post: Redskins vs. Packers checklist: Defense gets it done
“Chicago specializes in blocking punts and field goals.”
Even with Jay Cutler in place, can Bears put it all together?
“The regulator in blocking the acquisition in June said the purchase would hamper competition in the local market since Philip Morris would control almost 80% of the Colombian cigarette market.”
The Wall Street Journal: Philip Morris May Not Complete Colombia Acquisition
“Despite those setbacks, Mr. Oberstar has succeeded in blocking EU efforts to link more closely with the U.S. airlines.”
The Wall Street Journal: EU Transport Official Urges Looser Airline Rules
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cycling terms
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