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to obstruct

verbgeneral userare/ɐ̃.tɨ.pɐ.ˈɾaɾ/an·te·pa·rar

Definition

1

To place something as an obstacle or protection in front of; to stop or prevent in advance.

Usage examples

They tried to obstruct the entrance with a large piece of furniture.
It is necessary to obstruct the possible negative effects of the decision.

Common combinations

obstruct a threatobstruct the pathobstruct the advance