obstruction

CEFRB2

/əbˈstɹʌk.ʃən/

noun

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In plain English

  1. 01

    noun

    Something that blocks a path, opening, or activity.

  2. 02

    noun

    Extra detail

    Something which obstructs or impedes, either intentionally or unintentionally

Examples

  • He was accused of obstruction of justice.

  • Thankfully, the autonomous car detected the obstruction and avoided a collision.

At a glance

Sits at B2 on the CEFR scale

Senses
4
Parts of speech
1
Synonyms
5

Deep Dive

noun

Extra meanings

  1. The condition of having the natural powers obstructed in their usual course; the arrest of the vital functions; death.

  2. The act of obstructing, or state of being obstructed.

More examples

In context

  • The accusations are shocking: money laundering, tax evasion and obstruction of justice.

  • The referee stopped play because of an obstruction by the defender.

Synonyms

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The large pile of snow caused a serious blank on the highway, blocking all lanes.

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Origin

noun

From Latin obstructio (“hindrance”), from obstruo (“build against, block, stop”).