Meaning & Definition of word "Blockade"

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    Blockade

    /blɒkˈeɪd/

    noun:

    • 1. An act or means of sealing off a place to prevent goods or people from entering or leaving.
      • Example: The country declared a blockade to stop supplies from reaching the enemy.
    • 2. A barrier that prevents access to a location.
      • Example: The naval blockade successfully cut off all maritime routes to the island.

    verb:

    • 1. To obstruct or prevent the passage of something.
      • Example: The protesters sought to blockade the main road to draw attention to their cause.
    • 2. To impose a blockade on a place.
      • Example: The government decided to blockade the port to control the flow of goods.

    Etymology

    From French 'blocus', from 'bloquer' which means to block.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    Naval blockade:

    A military action to prevent vessels from entering or leaving a port.

    Blockade runner:

    A ship or vessel that evades a blockade.

    Break the blockade:

    To overcome the barriers set by a blockade.

    Related Words

    block:

    To obstruct or prevent movement.

    barrier:

    Something that blocks movement or access.

    obstruct:

    To block or impede the progress of something.

    Slang Meanings of blockade

    Meaning: Blocking someone from your social media.

    Example Sentence: I had to blockade her from my Instagram because she was too dramatic.

    Meaning: To create difficulties or obstacles in a situation.

    Example Sentence: Don't blockade the project by bringing up petty issues.