Word: BLOCK
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Definition of BLOCK
- A substantial, often approximately cuboid, piece of any substance.
"a block of ice"
- A chopping block; cuboid base for cutting or beheading.
"Anne Boleyn placed her head on the block and awaited her execution."
- A group of urban lots of property, several acres in extent, not crossed by public streets.
"I'm going for a walk around the block."
- To fill (something) so that it is not possible to pass.
"The pipe is blocked."
- To prevent (something or someone) from passing.
"You're blocking the road โ I can't get through!"
- To prevent (something from happening or someone from doing something).
"His plan to take over the business was blocked by the boss."
Source: Definitions compiled dynamically via Free Dictionary API.
๐ Word Pattern Notes
Like many English words, its origin likely blends multiple historical linguistic influences, though exact etymology is undetermined.
๐ฃ๏ธ Example Sentences
- โข "In professional circles, using the word "block" conveys a high level of precision."
- โข "She described the concept as somewhat "block", surprising the rest of the board members."
๐ก Interesting Word Trivia & Facts
This word is a perfect "isogram" (or non-pattern word), meaning it contains no repeating letters. It is highly valued for rack flexibility!
๐ฏ Scrabble Board Placement & Usage Tips
Try to save this word for placing next to open vowels to trigger parallel intersections and score double points.
Dictionary Validity
| Dictionary Lexicon | Status | Base Value |
|---|---|---|
| TWL (US/Canada Scrabble) | โ Valid | 13 pts |
| SOWPODS (UK/International Scrabble) | โ Valid | 13 pts |
| ENABLE (Words With Friends Lexicon) | โ Valid | 16 pts |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is BLOCK a valid Scrabble word? โผ
How many points is BLOCK worth in Scrabble? โผ
How many syllables are in BLOCK? โผ
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๐ Common Phrases & Idioms
Here are some popular expressions, phrases, and collocations containing BLOCK:
- # the block effect
- # master of block
- # playing with block
- # in terms of block
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