Blocking

Pronunciation: /ˈblɑːkɪŋ/

Blocking (noun)

  1. the action of stopping someone or something from moving forward.
  2. the act of stopping someone from reaching or using something.
  3. the planned movement and positioning of actors on stage.

Examples

  • The fallen tree was blocking the road.
  • A large truck was blocking the entrance.

Common collocations: blocking the path, blocking the view, blocking access, blocking content, stage blocking

Synonyms of Blocking

Neutral

Informal

Antonyms of Blocking

  • when something is permitted or enabled
  • when an obstruction is removed