Thanks for using this online dictionary, we have been helping millions of people improve their use of the english language with its free online services. English definition of block is as below...

Coehorn :: Coehorn (n.) A small bronze mortar mounted on a wooden block with handles, and light enough to be carried short distances by two men..

Unreeve :: Unreeve (v. t.) To withdraw, or take out, as a rope from a block, thimble, or the like..

Tailstock :: Tailstock (n.) The sliding block or support, in a lathe, which carries the dead spindle, or adjustable center. The headstock supports the live spindle..

Bolster :: Bolster (n.) A block of wood on the carriage of a siege gun, upon which the breech of the gun rests when arranged for transportation..

Hub :: Hub (n.) A block for scotching a wheel.

Dunderhead :: Dunderhead (n.) A dunce; a numskull; a blockhead.

Pillow :: Pillow (n.) A piece of metal or wood, forming a support to equalize pressure; a brass; a pillow block..

Blocking :: Blocking (p. pr. & vb. n.) of Bloc.

Blockheaded :: Blockheaded (a.) Stupid; dull.

Jigger :: "Jigger (n. & v.) A light tackle, consisting of a double and single block and the fall, used for various purposes, as to increase the purchase on a topsail sheet in hauling it home; the watch tackle..

Last :: Last (v. i.) A wooden block shaped like the human foot, on which boots and shoes are formed..

Obstruct :: Obstruct (v. t.) To block up; to stop up or close, as a way or passage; to place an obstacle in, or fill with obstacles or impediments that prevent or hinder passing; as, to obstruct a street; to obstruct the channels of the body..

Loggerhead :: Loggerhead (n.) A blockhead; a dunce; a numskull.

Block :: Block (n.) To shape on, or stamp with, a block; as, to block a hat..

Dogshore :: Dogshore (n.) One of several shores used to hold a ship firmly and prevent her moving while the blocks are knocked away before launching.

Anvil :: Anvil (n.) An iron block, usually with a steel face, upon which metals are hammered and shaped..

Stop :: Stop (n.) A device, or piece, as a pin, block, pawl, etc., for arresting or limiting motion, or for determining the position to which another part shall be brought..

Knockstone :: Knockstone (n.) A block upon which ore is broken up.

Underhead :: Underhead (n.) A blockhead, or stupid person; a dunderhead..

Planer :: Planer (n.) A wooden block used for forcing down the type in a form, and making the surface even..

Random Fonts

Most Popular