Meaning of roadblock in English

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  1. Pronunciation
  2. Noun
    1. Definitions

  1. Pronunciation

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  1. Noun

    roadblock

    Definitions

    1. any condition that makes it difficult to make progress or to achieve an objective

    Examples

    • « intolerance is a barrier to understanding »
  2. 2. a barrier set up by police to stop traffic on a street or road in order to catch a fugitive or inspect traffic etc.

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