obstruction

Etymology

From Latin obstructio (“hindrance”), from obstruo (“build against, block, stop”)

Pronunciation

• (UK) IPA^(key): /əbˈstɹʌk.ʃən/

Noun

obstruction (plural obstructions)

1. The act of obstructing, or state of being obstructed.
2. Something which obstructs or impedes, either intentionally or unintentionally

   Synonyms: obstacle, impediment, hindrance

3. The condition of having the natural powers obstructed in their usual course; the arrest of the vital functions; death.

Pronunciation

• IPA^(key): /ɔp.stʁyk.sjɔ̃/

Noun

obstruction f (plural obstructions)

1. block (something that prevents passing)
2. obstruction

Further reading

• “obstruction” in le Trésor de la langue française informatisé (The Digitized Treasury of the French Language).