All Definitions for Blocks
Below are all the dictionary definitions of blocks:
1A substantial, often approximately cuboid, piece of any substance.
2A chopping block: a cuboid base for cutting or beheading.
3A wig block: a simplified head model upon which wigs are worn.
4A mould on which hats, bonnets, etc., are shaped.
5A piece of hard wood on which a stereotype or electrotype plate is mounted.
6A case or frame housing one or more sheaves (pulleys), used with ropes to increase or redirect force, for example as part of lifting gear or a sailing ship's rigging. See also block and tackle.
7A section of split logs used as fuel.
8A set of sheets (of paper) joined together at one end, forming a cuboid shape.
9The perch on which a bird of prey is kept.
10In Conway's Game of Life, a still life consisting of four living cells arranged in a two-by-two square.
11A physical area or extent of something, often rectangular or approximately rectangular.
12A joined group of four (or in some cases nine) postage stamps, forming a roughly square shape.
13A discrete group of vines in a vineyard, often distinguished from others by variety, clone, canopy training method, irrigation infrastructure, or some combination thereof.
14A logical extent or region
15A grouping or apportionment of like things treated together as a unit.
16A logical data storage unit containing one or more physical sectors.
17A region of code in a program that acts as a single unit, such as a function or loop.
18A fixed-length group of bits making up part of a message.
19A portion of a macromolecule, comprising many units, that has at least one feature not present in adjacent portions.
20A section of a railroad where the block system is used.
21A contiguous range of Unicode code points used to encode characters of a specific type
22Can be of any size evenly divisible by 16, up to 65,536 (a full plane).
23A yeargroup at Eton College.
24A contiguous group of urban lots of property, typically several acres in extent, not crossed by public streets.
25The distance from one street to another in a city or suburb that is built (approximately) to a grid pattern.
26A cuboid or approximately cuboid building.
27A cellblock.
28Something that prevents something from passing.
29Interference or obstruction of cognitive processes.
30Any point on the board where two or more men rest, and consequently an opponent may not land.
31An action to interfere with the movement of an opposing player or of the object of play (ball, puck).
32A shot played by holding the bat vertically in the path of the ball, so that it loses momentum and drops to the ground.
33The position of a player or bat when guarding the wicket.
34A blockhole.
35The popping crease.
36A defensive play by one or more players meant to deflect a spiked ball back to the hitter’s court.
37The portion of the movement where a gymnast pushes off the vault.
38A temporary or permanent ban that prevents access to an online account or service, or connection to or from a designated telephone number, IP address, or similar.
39The human head.
40Solitary confinement.
41To fill or obstruct (something) so that it is not possible to pass.
42To prevent (something or someone) from passing.
43To prevent (something from happening or someone from doing something).
44To impede (an opponent or opponent’s play).
45To specify the positions and movements of the actors for (a section of a play or film).
46To hit with a block.
47To play a block shot.
48To bar (impose a ban on a person or bot, etc.) from connecting via telephone, instant messaging, etc., or from accessing an online account or service, or similar.
49To bar (a message or communication), or bar connection with (an online account or service, a designated telephone number, IP address, etc.).
50To wait for some condition to become true.
51To stretch or mould (a knitted item, a hat, etc.) into the desired shape.
52To shape or sketch out roughly.
53To experience mental block or creative block.
54A blockhead
55A stupid person
56A dolt.
57To knock the hat of (a person) down over their eyes.
58A surname.
59A surname from the Germanic languages
60A surname from German
61A surname from Dutch
62An English surname
63A Jewish surname
64An unincorporated community in Champaign County, Illinois, United States.
65An unincorporated community in Miami County, Kansas, United States.
66An unincorporated community in Campbell County, Tennessee, United States.
67Misspelling of bloc. [A group of voters or politicians who share common goals.]
About synonyms for blocks
Finding the right synonym for blocks helps writers avoid repetition and add precision to their work. Defined as "A substantial, often approximately cuboid, piece of any substance.", blocks has 0 alternatives that can fit different contexts and tones.
When choosing a synonym, consider the connotation, formality level, and audience. Some alternatives work better in casual conversation while others shine in academic or professional writing. For example, using a more formal synonym in a business email can elevate your tone, while a casual synonym might feel more natural in creative writing or dialogue.
It is also worth noting that not all synonyms are perfectly interchangeable. The context of your sentence, the surrounding words, and the intended emotional impact all play a role in selecting the best alternative. The list above provides the most common and useful replacements for blocks, but always read your sentence aloud to ensure the chosen word flows naturally.