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bloc

Meaning in simple English, pronunciation and examples

Pronunciation: US /blɑːk/ · UK /blɒk/

bloc means: A group of countries that work together for shared political or economic aims.

noun

COUNTRIES WORKING TOGETHERC1

A group of countries that work together for shared political or economic aims.

  • The countries formed a trade bloc.
  • Members of the bloc agreed to lower taxes on imports.
  • Two rival blocs competed for influence in the region.

Similar words: alliance, coalition

Common phrases: trade bloc, military bloc, economic bloc

Questions about bloc

What does bloc mean?

A group of countries that work together for shared political or economic aims.

What is bloc in other languages?

Türkçe: blok · Español: bloque · Français: bloc · Deutsch: Block · Italiano: blocco · 日本語: 国家連合

How do you pronounce bloc?

In American English /blɑːk/; in British English /blɒk/.

How do you use bloc in a sentence?

The countries formed a trade bloc. Members of the bloc agreed to lower taxes on imports.

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