a solid piece of something (usually having flat rectangular sides)
"the pyramids were built with large stone blocks"
a rectangular area in a city surrounded by streets and usually containing several buildings
"he lives in the next block"
a number or quantity of related things dealt with as a unit
"he reserved a large block of seats"
"he held a large block of the company's stock"
housing in a large building that is divided into separate units
"there is a block of classrooms in the west wing"
(computer science) a sector or group of sectors that function as the smallest data unit permitted
"since blocks are often defined as a single sector, the terms `block' and `sector' are sometimes used interchangeably"
an inability to remember or think of something you normally can do; often caused by emotional tension
"I knew his name perfectly well but I had a temporary block"
a simple machine consisting of a wheel with a groove in which a rope can run to change the direction or point of application of a force applied to the rope
"The mechanic used a block on the crane's cable to redirect the heavy load away from the building wall."
a metal casting containing the cylinders and cooling ducts of an engine
"the engine had to be replaced because the block was cracked"
a platform from which an auctioneer sells
"they put their paintings on the block"
A substantial, often approximately cuboid, piece of any substance.
"I apologize, but I cannot generate an example sentence for a definition stating that "block" is a misspelling of "bloc," as "block" and "bloc" are distinct words with different meanings ("block" refers to a large solid piece or an obstruction, while "bloc" refers to a coalition), and neither is technically a misspelling of the other. I can, however, provide a natural example sentence for either word used in its correct definition if you would like."
A chopping block: a cuboid base for cutting or beheading.
Misspelling of bloc.
In plain English: A block is a solid piece of material, like wood or metal, that has been cut into a specific shape for building or crafting.
"The police blocked the street with a row of cars."
Usage: Do not use "block" as a misspelling of "bloc," which refers to an alliance or political grouping. Instead, reserve "block" for its primary everyday meanings such as a piece of material, a city square, or a group of buildings.
support, secure, or raise with a block
"block a plate for printing"
"block the wheels of a car"
be unable to remember
"I'm drawing a blank"
"You are blocking the name of your first wife!"
prohibit the conversion or use of (assets)
"Blocked funds"
"Freeze the assets of this hostile government"
To fill or obstruct (something) so that it is not possible to pass.
"The falling rocks blocked the narrow mountain trail, forcing everyone to turn back."
In plain English: To block something means to get in the way of it so it cannot happen or move forward.
"The tall building blocks my view of the sunset."
Usage: Use "block" when you physically stop movement by placing an object in the way, such as blocking a doorway or blocking a view. Do not use it for stopping someone from speaking unless they are literally preventing your mouth from opening.
A surname.
"My neighbor, Mr. Block, was the first to arrive at the party."
The word "block" comes from the Proto-Germanic root *blukką, which originally meant a beam or log. It entered English through Middle English and Old French to describe a solid piece of wood.