BLOCKADE
Scrabble letter values: B3L1O1C3K5A1D2E1 = 17
Definition
- noun a war measure that isolates some area of importance to the enemy. — synonyms: encirclement
- noun prevents access or progress.
- verb hinder or prevent the progress or accomplishment of. — synonyms: obstruct, block, hinder, stymie, stymy, embarrass
- verb render unsuitable for passage. — synonyms: barricade, block, stop, block_off, block_up, bar
- verb obstruct access to. — synonyms: block_off
- verb impose a blockade on. — synonyms: seal_off
Examples
- “His brother blocked him at every turn”
- “block the way”
- “barricade the streets”