LookItUpobstruct
Meaning in simple English, pronunciation and examples
Pronunciation: US /əbˈstrʌkt/
Forms: obstructing
obstruct means: To make an activity or process harder or prevent it from moving forward.
verb
To make an activity or process harder or prevent it from moving forward.
- They tried to obstruct the investigation.
- Political disputes have obstructed progress.
- He was accused of obstructing justice.
To block a path or opening so people or things cannot pass through easily.
- A fallen tree obstructed the road.
- Do not obstruct the emergency exit.
- Food can obstruct a child's airway.
Questions about obstruct
What does obstruct mean?
To make an activity or process harder or prevent it from moving forward.
What is obstruct in other languages?
Türkçe: engellemek · Español: entorpecer · Français: entraver · Deutsch: behindern · Italiano: ostacolare · 日本語: 妨げる
How do you pronounce obstruct?
It is pronounced /əbˈstrʌkt/.
How do you use obstruct in a sentence?
They tried to obstruct the investigation. Political disputes have obstructed progress.
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