blockage (n)
block#1 (n)
closure (n)
occlusion (n)
stop#1 (n)
stoppage (n)

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type n
lex_filenum 06
def an obstruction in a pipe or tube
examples we had to call a plumber to clear out the blockage in the drainpipe
Outgoing links
Hypernym obstruction, obstructor, obstructer, impediment, impedimenta
Derivationally related form block → block
Derivationally related form blockage → block
Hyponym breechblock, breech closer; plug, stopper, stopple; vapor lock, vapour lock
Incoming links
Hypernym breechblock, breech closer; plug, stopper, stopple; vapor lock, vapour lock
Hyponym obstruction, obstructor, obstructer, impediment, impedimenta
Derivationally related form block → block
Derivationally related form block → blockage

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