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The child stacked one block on another.
What does Block mean?
Block can mean a solid piece, or to stop something from passing.
Dictionary definition
A solid piece of material; to stop or prevent movement through a space.
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Block in a sentence
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A fallen tree can block the road.
hard
The wall was built from blocks arranged in careful rows.
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What can block mean?
Block can be a noun for a solid piece or a verb meaning to stop something.
Practice 2
Which word is closest to block when it means stop the way?
Obstruct means to block or get in the way.
Practice 3
Which word is an antonym of block?
Open can describe a clear path, which contrasts with blocked.
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Partnoun, verb.
MeaningBlock means Block can mean a solid piece, or to stop something from passing.
ExampleExample: The child stacked one block on another.
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Word family
Block word family
Base word
block
noun
blocks
More than one block.
verb
blocked
Stopped or got in the way in the past.
verb
blocking
Stopping something from passing.
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Hint for students
Block can mean a solid piece, or to stop something from passing.
Common mix-up
Block does not always mean solid piece. In some sentences, it means stop something from passing.
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Write two short sentences that use block in different ways. Underline the clue words that show which meaning is being used. Example: A fallen tree can block the road. Clue words: fallen, tree, road. Ask: Which meaning of block does my sentence show?
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