obstruct meaning and definition

OBSTRUCT verb

Definition of obstruct (verb)

1. hinder or prevent the progress or accomplishment of
   • "His brother blocked him at every turn"
   • synonyms: block, blockade, embarrass, hinder, stymie, stymy
2. block passage through
   • "obstruct the path"
   • synonyms: block, close up, impede, jam, obturate, occlude
   • antonym: disengage
3. shut out from view or get in the way so as to hide from sight
   • "The thick curtain blocked the action on the stage"; "The trees obstruct my view of the mountains"
   • synonyms: block