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blocked

adj.
US //ˈbɫɑkt// UK //blˈɒkt// blocked
  1. 1 physically obstructed (adj.)
    B1 Intermediate

    closed or stopped so that nothing can get through.

    obstructed in a manner that prevents movement, flow, or passage.

    Example

    The kitchen sink is blocked, so the water won't go down.

    Example

    The main artery into the city remained blocked for several hours following the multi-vehicle collision during the morning rush.
  2. 2 digitally restricted (adj.)
    B1 Intermediate Computing

    prevented from using a website, app, or phone service.

    denied access to a digital platform, service, or communication channel by administrative restriction.

    Example

    I can't see his posts because he blocked me on social media.

    Example

    The IT department confirmed that the suspicious IP address had been blocked to prevent further unauthorised attempts to access the server.
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  1. 3 drunk (adj.)
    C1 Advanced Slang British English Dialect

    having had too much alcohol to drink.

    intoxicated by alcohol; used as a slang term in specific regional dialects.

    Example

    He was completely blocked after the wedding party and had to take a taxi home.

    Example

    The group arrived at the pub already half-blocked, much to the annoyance of the staff who had to monitor their behaviour.

    Teacher's tip

    This sense is primarily found in Irish and some British dialects; learners should use 'drunk' or 'intoxicated' in standard international contexts.

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