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- block chord/ˌblɒk ˈkɔːd/A musical chord in which all notes are played simultaneously, typically as a solid harmonic unit in keyboard or guitar playing.nounC1
- block coal/ˈblɒk ˌkəʊl/A specific form or size of coal, typically large lumps or pieces that have been broken or cut into blocks, as opposed to fine or powdered coal.nounLow
- block coefficient/ˌblɒk kəʊɪˈfɪʃ(ə)nt/A dimensionless number expressing the ratio of the volume of a ship's hull below the waterline to the volume of a rectangular block with the same length, breadth, and draught.nounC2
- block diagram/ˌblɒk ˈdaɪ.ə.ɡræm/A simple diagram that uses labelled rectangular blocks and connecting lines to show the major components of a system, device, or process and their relationships.nounC1/C2
- block faulting/blɒk ˈfɔːltɪŋ/A geological process where large, coherent blocks of the Earth's crust are displaced vertically along faults.nounVery low
- block front/ˈblɒk frʌnt/A type of furniture design, especially for chests or cabinets, where the central section projects forward compared to the sides.nounRare/Very Specialised
- block grant/ˌblɒk ˈɡrɑːnt/A lump sum of money given by a central government to a regional or local authority to fund a specific area of public services, with considerable discretion given to the receiving authority on how to spend it within that broad area.nounC1/C2
- block heater/ˈblɒk ˌhiːtə/An electrical device, typically attached to or inserted into an engine block, that warms the engine before starting in cold weather to prevent freezing and make starting easier.nounB2
- block heel/ˈblɒk ˌhiːl/A type of shoe heel that is wide, solid, and typically rectangular or square in shape, providing stability and support.nounB2
- block house/ˈblɒk ˌhaʊs/A strong, windowless building made from heavy logs or concrete, built for observation or defence.nounC1
- block in/blɒk ɪn/To physically enclose or surround, trapping or confining someone or something, often with vehicles.verbIntermediate
- block island/ˌblɒk ˈaɪlənd/A specific island located off the coast of Rhode Island, USA, in the Atlantic Ocean.nounLow
- block lava/ˌblɒk ˈlɑː.və/A type of lava flow with a rough, clinkery surface composed of broken, angular blocks.nounRare / C2
- block letter/ˌblɒk ˈlet.ə/A style of writing where each letter of a word is written separately in a clear, simple, and bold form, usually without serifs or cursive joins.nounMedium
- block line/ˈblɒk ˌlaɪn/A solid, heavy rope or wire, historically made of multiple fibers or strands, used on sailing ships for lifting heavy weights or for securing heavy objects. In modern contexts, it can refer to a fixed reference line in surveying or construction.nounC1-C2 (low frequency, specialized term)
- block mast/blɒk mɑːst/In broadcasting, a large, permanent structure that supports multiple radio or television transmitting antennas, often built as a solid, tower-like construction rather than an open lattice.nounC1/C2 (Technical/Specialized)
- block mountain/ˈblɒk ˌmaʊn.tɪn/A mountain formed by large-scale faulting and uplift of the Earth's crust, creating a steep-sided, elevated block bounded by faults.nounLow
- block out/ˌblɒk ˈaʊt/To prevent something (light, sound, a view, a memory) from entering or being perceived.verbB2
- block parent program of canada/ˌblɒk ˈpeə.rənt ˈprəʊ.ɡræm əv ˈkæn.ə.də/A Canadian community safety initiative where volunteer households display a distinctive sign to offer temporary shelter or assistance to children or others in need.nounLow
- block party/ˌblɒk ˈpɑːti/A neighbourhood social event, typically held outdoors on a street that is closed to traffic.nounB1
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