Word
blocked
US/ˈbɫɑkt/
UK/blˈɒkt/
Definitions
01physically obstructed
B1 · Intermediate
adj. closed or stopped so that nothing can get through.
adj. obstructed in a manner that prevents movement, flow, or passage.
“The kitchen sink is blocked, so the water won't go down.”
“The main artery into the city remained blocked for several hours following the multi-vehicle collision during the morning rush.”
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02digitally restricted
B1 · Intermediate Computing
adj. prevented from using a website, app, or phone service.
adj. denied access to a digital platform, service, or communication channel by administrative restriction.
“I can't see his posts because he blocked me on social media.”
“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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03drunk
C1 · Advanced Slang · British English · Dialect
adj. having had too much alcohol to drink.
adj. intoxicated by alcohol; used as a slang term in specific regional dialects.
“He was completely blocked after the wedding party and had to take a taxi home.”
“The group arrived at the pub already half-blocked, much to the annoyance of the staff who had to monitor their behaviour.”
Teaching 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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- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.B1 PreliminaryIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.4.0–5.0TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 3.0–3.544–71TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.550–784
- Frequency
- Common
- Level
- B1 · Intermediate
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