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1. block
noun. ['ˈblɑːk'] a solid piece of something (usually having flat rectangular sides).
Etymology
- block (English)
- blok (Middle English (1100-1500))
- bloc (Old French (842-ca. 1400))
2. block
verb. ['ˈblɑːk'] render unsuitable for passage.
Etymology
- block (English)
- blok (Middle English (1100-1500))
- bloc (Old French (842-ca. 1400))
3. tower
noun. ['ˈtaʊɝ'] a structure taller than its diameter; can stand alone or be attached to a larger building.
Synonyms
Etymology
- tower (English)
- -er (English)
- -er (Middle English (1100-1500))
- torr (Old English (ca. 450-1100))
- turris (Latin)
- tow (English)
- togian (Old English (ca. 450-1100))
4. block
noun. ['ˈblɑːk'] a rectangular area in a city surrounded by streets and usually containing several buildings.
Antonyms
Synonyms
Etymology
- block (English)
- blok (Middle English (1100-1500))
- bloc (Old French (842-ca. 1400))
5. block
verb. ['ˈblɑːk'] hinder or prevent the progress or accomplishment of.
Etymology
- block (English)
- blok (Middle English (1100-1500))
- bloc (Old French (842-ca. 1400))
6. tower
verb. ['ˈtaʊɝ'] appear very large or occupy a commanding position.
Synonyms
Etymology
- tower (English)
- -er (English)
- -er (Middle English (1100-1500))
- torr (Old English (ca. 450-1100))
- turris (Latin)
- tow (English)
- togian (Old English (ca. 450-1100))
7. tower
noun. ['ˈtaʊɝ'] anything that approximates the shape of a column or tower.
Etymology
- tower (English)
- -er (English)
- -er (Middle English (1100-1500))
- torr (Old English (ca. 450-1100))
- turris (Latin)
- tow (English)
- togian (Old English (ca. 450-1100))
8. block
noun. ['ˈblɑːk'] housing in a large building that is divided into separate units.
Etymology
- block (English)
- blok (Middle English (1100-1500))
- bloc (Old French (842-ca. 1400))
9. block
noun. ['ˈblɑːk'] a three-dimensional shape with six square or rectangular sides.
Antonyms
Etymology
- block (English)
- blok (Middle English (1100-1500))
- bloc (Old French (842-ca. 1400))