obstruction

EtymologyEdit

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

PronunciationEdit

• (UK) IPA^(key): /əbˈstɹʌk.ʃən/

NounEdit

obstruction (plural obstructions)

1. The act of obstructing, or state of being obstructed.
2. That which obstructs or impedes; an obstacle; an impediment; a hindrance.
3. The condition of having the natural powers obstructed in their usual course; the arrest of the vital functions; death.

SynonymsEdit

• block
• hindrance
• impedance
• roadblock
• stop
• See also Wikisaurus:hindrance

TranslationsEdit

PronunciationEdit

• IPA^(key): /ɔp.stʁyk.sjɔ̃/

NounEdit

obstruction f (plural obstructions)

1. block (something that prevents passing)
2. obstruction