block

1. block (noun) — sense 1

Definition: A substantial, often approximately cuboid, piece of any substance.

Example: a block of ice; a block of stone

2. block (noun) — sense 2

Definition: A substantial, often approximately cuboid, piece of any substance.: A chopping block: a cuboid base for cutting or beheading.

Example: Anne Boleyn placed her head on the block and awaited her execution.

3. block (noun) — sense 3

Definition: A substantial, often approximately cuboid, piece of any substance.: A wig block: a simplified head model upon which wigs are worn.

Example: Next morning, Monday, after disposing of the embalmed head to a barber, for a block, I settled my own and comrade’s bill; using, however, my comrade’s money.

4. block (verb) — sense 4

Definition: To fill or obstruct (something) so that it is not possible to pass.

Example: The pipe was blocked by leaves.

Concept: Преграда

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5. block (verb) — sense 5

Definition: To prevent (something or someone) from passing.

Example: A broken-down car is blocking the traffic.

6. block (verb) — sense 6

Definition: To prevent (something from happening or someone from doing something).

Example: His plan to take over the business was blocked by the boss.