Meaning of obstruction in English

1. Pronunciation

   /əbˈstrəkʃ(ə)n/

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1. Noun

   obstruction

   Etymology

   mid 16th century: from Latin obstructio(n-), from the verb obstruere (see obstruct)

   Definitions

   1. any structure that makes progress difficult
2. 2. the state or condition of being obstructed
3. 3. something immaterial that stands in the way and must be circumvented or surmounted

   Examples

   • « lack of immagination is an obstacle to one's advancement »
   • « the poverty of a district is an obstacle to good education »
   • « the filibuster was a major obstruction to the s »
4. 4. the act of obstructing

   Examples

   • « obstruction of justice »
5. 5. getting in someone's way