blocking
Americannoun
noun
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electronics the interruption of anode current in a valve because of the application of a high negative voltage to the grid
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internal congestion in a communication system that prevents the transmission of information
Other Word Forms
- nonblocking adjective
Etymology
Origin of blocking
Example Sentences
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While silybin led to modest improvements in liver enzymes, collagen buildup, and fibrotic gene expression, its benefits appeared to come mainly from protecting liver cells rather than directly blocking stellate cell activation.
From Science Daily
On the railway, Network Rail has been working to clear heavy snowdrifts blocking lines across northern Scotland.
From BBC
Students at the Studio City high school can still bring phones to school, but must use an app blocking distracting games and social media.
From Los Angeles Times
It worked to a degree, Ayton scoring 15 points, grabbing eight rebounds and blocking three shots.
From Los Angeles Times
He defends blocking the previous plans calling the scheme "crazy, over-elaborate and too expensive".
From BBC
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