Meaning & Definition of Obstruct in English
English⟶
Obstruct
/əbstrəkt/
verb
1. Hinder or prevent the progress or accomplishment of
- "His brother blocked him at every turn"
synonym:
- obstruct,
- blockade,
- block,
- hinder,
- stymie,
- stymy,
- embarrass
2. Block passage through
- "Obstruct the path"
synonym:
- obstruct,
- obturate,
- impede,
- occlude,
- jam,
- block,
- close up
3. Shut out from view or get in the way so as to hide from sight
- "The thick curtain blocked the action on the stage"
- "The trees obstruct my view of the mountains"
synonym:
- obstruct,
- block
Examples of using
Pass on, please, and do not obstruct the way.