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obstruction

/əb'strəkʃən/

Synonyms of obstruction Antonyms of obstruction Examples of obstruction Usage of obstruction Parts of obstruction Definition that contains obstruction Words sounding like obstruction Explanation of obstruction

noun
any structure that makes progress difficult
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impediment impedimenta obstructer obstructor

type of:
structure construction
noun
something immaterial that stands in the way and must be circumvented or surmounted
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"the filibuster was a major obstruction to the success of their plan"

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obstacle

type of:
impediment baulk check deterrent handicap hinderance hindrance balk
noun
the physical condition of blocking or filling a passage with an obstruction
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blockage

type of:
physiological state physical condition physiological condition
noun
getting in someone's way
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maneuver manoeuvre play
noun
the act of obstructing
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"obstruction of justice"

type of:
hindrance interference hinderance