Definition of obstruct in English:

obstruct

verb əbˈstrʌkt

[with object]

1Block (an opening, path, road, etc.); be or get in the way of.
堵住，堵塞，阻塞（洞口、通道、道路等）；挡住
she was obstructing the entrance
她正在把入口堵住。
Example sentencesExamples
- He wasn't learning very quickly - he was supposed to obstruct the path of the trainer before she gets too close to the edge, but he really wasn't getting the idea.
- They also complained that the company did not follow the county's priorities for power restoration and did not help road maintenance workers clear roads obstructed by fallen trees wrapped by power lines.
- But sometimes it obstructs the opening between the appendix and intestine and lead to inflammation of the appendix (appendicitis).
- The significant cause of the congestion is vehicles being illegally parked on the double yellow lines and obstructing the narrow roads for other traffic.
- The amount of scar tissue formed, however, and the degree to which it obstructs the hole is something that needs to be investigated.
- On a serious note, I do hope the council will include motorists who obstruct cycle lanes and green boxes.
- One youth lay on the road in front of the vehicle obstructing its path, while the remainder of the group attacked the vehicle, banging on its sides, windows and doors.
- Kidney stones are another source of blockage that may obstruct the path of urine.
- As for the problem of motorbikes for hire and rental vehicles obstructing the roads and walkways, the mayor said the city plans to designate parking areas, which he said should alleviate that particular problem.
- The three told the court that they had not at any time obstructed the road and gave an undertaking not to do so.
- An aged, wooden blockade obstructed the pebbled road, so they had to park Raven's Ferrari in front of it and continue the travel on foot.
- The roads are all so long, and pockets of tall buildings intersperse themselves with markets and shady alleys, and your planned route may easily be interrupted by a large flyover or highway suddenly obstructing your path.
- In public areas and roadside locations, signs must not be placed on or obstruct footpaths, traffic islands, roads or walkover bridges.
- Officers also requested business operators who place their signboards in the public areas to ensure that the signs do not become an eyesore or obstruct pedestrian walkways.
- The number of demonstrators was sharply reduced and they did not obstruct the roads.
- I am on my way to a superb running catch when my path is obstructed by a goat.
- He got out of his seat and stepped back, not wanting to obstruct her path.
- However, it was just enough of a touch to obstruct the path of the ball.
- The vehicle was obstructing the whole road which caused Whalley Old Road to be blocked.
- As far as possible, radio relay stations ought to be placed at a distance from the mountaintop that obstructs the path but in a manner that it be seen from either station.
Synonyms
block, block up, clog, clog up, get/stand in the way of, cut off, shut off, jam, bung up, gum up, choke, barricade, bar, dam up
British informal gunge up
dated cumber
technical occlude, obturate
1. 1.1 Prevent or hinder (movement or someone or something in motion)
  阻止；阻碍；妨碍；阻挠
  they had to alter the course of the stream and obstruct the natural flow of the water
  他们得改变溪流的水道，阻止河水自然流淌。
  Example sentencesExamples
  This will simply stifle business activity and unjustifiably obstruct the free movement of people within the European Union.
  Any type hook can be used as long as it is strong enough to support your wind chime. Be sure you hang it in an area where it's freedom of movement is not obstructed by anything.
  From a poor clearance the ball fell to Phelan who returned the kick and as he chased after it he was obstructed and the penalty was immediately awarded from where the ball had landed.
  You can only monitor people coming in, but you cannot obstruct their movement.
  They damaged the buses, obstructed their movement and even held a demonstration in front of the Diwan's residence.
  The traffic warden will be able to clearly identify the cars, and parents avoiding the parking traps will not obstruct residents in the area.
  A fine of 150 leva will be imposed on those who violate the rules for crossing a train crossing or obstructing the movement of trams or other rail vehicles, which, by law always have the right of way.
  He clarified that the trust was in the possession of the land and a previous owner obstructed the trust staff when they tried to begin construction at the site.
  Make sure that you leave some clearance between the head of the fan blades - give them a spin to make sure you haven't obstructed the fan's movement.
  Then as it happened, the bar too got jammed, serving to obstruct her movements further, making it virtually impossible to lift her out.
  Positioned near Nasrallah's house, they waved banners, called to the troops through their megaphones, and attempted to obstruct the bulldozers' movements.
  The escorting policemen gave vent to their ire at other road users when the peak hour traffic obstructed the VIP's movement.
  Construction equipment and trucks were reported to be obstructing tourist walks and blocking access to resort facilities.
  So instead, he parked on the end of a row of parked cars where he felt it was out of the way and not obstructing other motorists.
  The woman thrust the letter back at me and then, totally ignoring me, proceeded to obstruct the next customer.
  Additional commissioner of Police Chandra said that instructions have been given to cut down only branches that obstruct the movement of buses.
  Retention of dampness from spleen deficiency can affect the kidneys by obstructing the movement of fluids.
  If protest demonstrations and rallies can be confined to select areas and organised peacefully without obstructing the free movement of others, nobody can complain.
  Also, he would notice if passages for blind people were obstructed, or if the location of advertisement hoardings were correct - recording it all with his cameras.
  The High Court has ruled many times that no rally or party shall obstruct the easy movement of the public and vehicles.
  Synonyms
  hold up, bring to a standstill, stop, halt, block
2. 1.2 Deliberately make (something) difficult.
  fears that the regime would obstruct the distribution of food
  对当局阻挠食物分配的担心。
  Example sentencesExamples
  In early 1998, the regime obstructed a UN weapons inspection team from investigating these charges.
  As a designer, this often tends to be my preference simply because I have a difficult time justifying to myself why I would obstruct information when I could clearly and simply present it instead.
  Although the region is regularly described as ‘the world's worst humanitarian crisis’, his regime has obstructed humanitarian access by denying visas and travel permits to some aid workers.
  On the other hand, if the government had cooperated with rather than obstructed UN weapons inspectors, it would have been more difficult for the United States to justify its policy.
  Within the coalition itself, his personal supremacy led to difficulties, particularly when he obstructed the consideration of major post-war issues.
  Synonyms
  hold up, bring to a standstill, stop, halt, block
3. 1.3Law Commit the offence of intentionally hindering (a police officer)
  〔律〕犯妨碍（警员）执行公务罪
  the appellants were arrested, and later convicted of obstructing the police
  Example sentencesExamples
  The agency made a decision to obstruct the course of justice by systematically destroying evidence which the practices of the court might require to be produced.
  It is remarkably easy to obstruct justice, and this matter has been under various phases of an investigation by the Justice Department since it was referred by the CIA last summer.
  Going to jail because one did not understand one was arguably obstructing justice, however, is very different.
  I do not have to know I have to have substantial grounds to believe that he will seek to obstruct the course of justice or putting it another way that there is a real danger that he might interfere.
  By virtue of the obligations arising from the Treaty the Member States are under a duty not to obstruct the direct effect inherent in regulations and other rules of Community law.
4. 1.4 (in various sports) impede (a player in the opposing team) in a manner which constitutes an offence.
  （各类体育运动中）以犯规动作阻挡（对方队员）
  an indirect free kick is awarded for intentionally obstructing an opponent
  Example sentencesExamples
  Jaroslav Plasil wins a free-kick after being obstructed by Jens Novotny.
  Pirlow concedes a free-kick just inside the Italy half for obstructing Karel Pobor.
  Free-kick to Ukraine outside the box on the left-hand side, after Kalin is obstructed by Trabe.
  Kingsford's only points came in first-half injury time via a penalty try after winger Ian Gow had been obstructed chasing John Fletcher's kick through, Fletcher converting.
  Alexander was deemed to have obstructed early release of the ball, even though he couldn't roll away.
  Synonyms
  impede, hinder, interfere with, hamper, block, interrupt, hold up, hold back, stand in the way of, frustrate, thwart, baulk, inhibit, hamstring, sabotage, encumber, slow, slow down, retard, delay, stonewall, forestall, stall, arrest, check, stop, halt, stay, derail, restrict, limit, curb, put a brake on, bridle, fetter, shackle
  informal stymie
  North American informal bork
  rare trammel

Derivatives

obstructor

noun

And, this is exactly what the terrorists want to be - obstructors of peace!
Example sentencesExamples
- If presented with this I suppose the President would say.... heh I'm a constructor, not an obstructor.
- He will increasingly be seen as a querulous and ineffective obstructor of the President's policies, which are popular in South Dakota.
- It will take more than all men together to put that greatest obstructor of peace out of power over mankind.
- He is both the obstructor of humankind's happiness and prosperity, and the obstructor (Satan) of God.

Origin

Late 16th century: from Latin obstruct- 'blocked up', from the verb obstruere, from ob- 'against' + struere 'build, pile up'.

Rhymes

abduct, adduct, conduct, construct, destruct, duct, instruct, misconduct

Definition of obstruct in US English:

obstruct

verb

[with object]

1Block (an opening, path, road, etc.); be or get in the way of.
堵住，堵塞，阻塞（洞口、通道、道路等）；挡住
she was obstructing the entrance
她正在把入口堵住。
Example sentencesExamples
- The number of demonstrators was sharply reduced and they did not obstruct the roads.
- However, it was just enough of a touch to obstruct the path of the ball.
- The amount of scar tissue formed, however, and the degree to which it obstructs the hole is something that needs to be investigated.
- But sometimes it obstructs the opening between the appendix and intestine and lead to inflammation of the appendix (appendicitis).
- The three told the court that they had not at any time obstructed the road and gave an undertaking not to do so.
- As for the problem of motorbikes for hire and rental vehicles obstructing the roads and walkways, the mayor said the city plans to designate parking areas, which he said should alleviate that particular problem.
- The roads are all so long, and pockets of tall buildings intersperse themselves with markets and shady alleys, and your planned route may easily be interrupted by a large flyover or highway suddenly obstructing your path.
- As far as possible, radio relay stations ought to be placed at a distance from the mountaintop that obstructs the path but in a manner that it be seen from either station.
- One youth lay on the road in front of the vehicle obstructing its path, while the remainder of the group attacked the vehicle, banging on its sides, windows and doors.
- The significant cause of the congestion is vehicles being illegally parked on the double yellow lines and obstructing the narrow roads for other traffic.
- Officers also requested business operators who place their signboards in the public areas to ensure that the signs do not become an eyesore or obstruct pedestrian walkways.
- He wasn't learning very quickly - he was supposed to obstruct the path of the trainer before she gets too close to the edge, but he really wasn't getting the idea.
- An aged, wooden blockade obstructed the pebbled road, so they had to park Raven's Ferrari in front of it and continue the travel on foot.
- The vehicle was obstructing the whole road which caused Whalley Old Road to be blocked.
- On a serious note, I do hope the council will include motorists who obstruct cycle lanes and green boxes.
- They also complained that the company did not follow the county's priorities for power restoration and did not help road maintenance workers clear roads obstructed by fallen trees wrapped by power lines.
- I am on my way to a superb running catch when my path is obstructed by a goat.
- Kidney stones are another source of blockage that may obstruct the path of urine.
- In public areas and roadside locations, signs must not be placed on or obstruct footpaths, traffic islands, roads or walkover bridges.
- He got out of his seat and stepped back, not wanting to obstruct her path.
Synonyms
block, block up, clog, clog up, get in the way of, stand in the way of, cut off, shut off, jam, bung up, gum up, choke, barricade, bar, dam up
1. 1.1 Prevent or hinder (movement or someone or something in motion)
  阻止；阻碍；妨碍；阻挠
  they had to alter the course of the stream and obstruct the natural flow of the water
  他们得改变溪流的水道，阻止河水自然流淌。
  Example sentencesExamples
  Also, he would notice if passages for blind people were obstructed, or if the location of advertisement hoardings were correct - recording it all with his cameras.
  If protest demonstrations and rallies can be confined to select areas and organised peacefully without obstructing the free movement of others, nobody can complain.
  The traffic warden will be able to clearly identify the cars, and parents avoiding the parking traps will not obstruct residents in the area.
  Additional commissioner of Police Chandra said that instructions have been given to cut down only branches that obstruct the movement of buses.
  You can only monitor people coming in, but you cannot obstruct their movement.
  So instead, he parked on the end of a row of parked cars where he felt it was out of the way and not obstructing other motorists.
  The escorting policemen gave vent to their ire at other road users when the peak hour traffic obstructed the VIP's movement.
  From a poor clearance the ball fell to Phelan who returned the kick and as he chased after it he was obstructed and the penalty was immediately awarded from where the ball had landed.
  The woman thrust the letter back at me and then, totally ignoring me, proceeded to obstruct the next customer.
  He clarified that the trust was in the possession of the land and a previous owner obstructed the trust staff when they tried to begin construction at the site.
  A fine of 150 leva will be imposed on those who violate the rules for crossing a train crossing or obstructing the movement of trams or other rail vehicles, which, by law always have the right of way.
  Positioned near Nasrallah's house, they waved banners, called to the troops through their megaphones, and attempted to obstruct the bulldozers' movements.
  The High Court has ruled many times that no rally or party shall obstruct the easy movement of the public and vehicles.
  Any type hook can be used as long as it is strong enough to support your wind chime. Be sure you hang it in an area where it's freedom of movement is not obstructed by anything.
  Then as it happened, the bar too got jammed, serving to obstruct her movements further, making it virtually impossible to lift her out.
  Construction equipment and trucks were reported to be obstructing tourist walks and blocking access to resort facilities.
  Retention of dampness from spleen deficiency can affect the kidneys by obstructing the movement of fluids.
  This will simply stifle business activity and unjustifiably obstruct the free movement of people within the European Union.
  Make sure that you leave some clearance between the head of the fan blades - give them a spin to make sure you haven't obstructed the fan's movement.
  They damaged the buses, obstructed their movement and even held a demonstration in front of the Diwan's residence.
  Synonyms
  hold up, bring to a standstill, stop, halt, block
2. 1.2 Deliberately make (something) difficult.
  fears that the regime would obstruct the distribution of food
  对当局阻挠食物分配的担心。
  Example sentencesExamples
  Although the region is regularly described as ‘the world's worst humanitarian crisis’, his regime has obstructed humanitarian access by denying visas and travel permits to some aid workers.
  On the other hand, if the government had cooperated with rather than obstructed UN weapons inspectors, it would have been more difficult for the United States to justify its policy.
  As a designer, this often tends to be my preference simply because I have a difficult time justifying to myself why I would obstruct information when I could clearly and simply present it instead.
  Within the coalition itself, his personal supremacy led to difficulties, particularly when he obstructed the consideration of major post-war issues.
  In early 1998, the regime obstructed a UN weapons inspection team from investigating these charges.
  Synonyms
  hold up, bring to a standstill, stop, halt, block
3. 1.3Law Commit the offense of intentionally hindering (a legal process).
  〔律〕犯妨碍（警员）执行公务罪
  Example sentencesExamples
  The agency made a decision to obstruct the course of justice by systematically destroying evidence which the practices of the court might require to be produced.
  It is remarkably easy to obstruct justice, and this matter has been under various phases of an investigation by the Justice Department since it was referred by the CIA last summer.
  I do not have to know I have to have substantial grounds to believe that he will seek to obstruct the course of justice or putting it another way that there is a real danger that he might interfere.
  By virtue of the obligations arising from the Treaty the Member States are under a duty not to obstruct the direct effect inherent in regulations and other rules of Community law.
  Going to jail because one did not understand one was arguably obstructing justice, however, is very different.
4. 1.4 (in various sports) impede (a player in the opposing team) in a manner which constitutes an offense.
  （各类体育运动中）以犯规动作阻挡（对方队员）
  Example sentencesExamples
  Free-kick to Ukraine outside the box on the left-hand side, after Kalin is obstructed by Trabe.
  Alexander was deemed to have obstructed early release of the ball, even though he couldn't roll away.
  Kingsford's only points came in first-half injury time via a penalty try after winger Ian Gow had been obstructed chasing John Fletcher's kick through, Fletcher converting.
  Jaroslav Plasil wins a free-kick after being obstructed by Jens Novotny.
  Pirlow concedes a free-kick just inside the Italy half for obstructing Karel Pobor.
  Synonyms
  impede, hinder, interfere with, hamper, block, interrupt, hold up, hold back, stand in the way of, frustrate, thwart, baulk, inhibit, hamstring, sabotage, encumber, slow, slow down, retard, delay, stonewall, forestall, stall, arrest, check, stop, halt, stay, derail, restrict, limit, curb, put a brake on, bridle, fetter, shackle

Origin

Late 16th century: from Latin obstruct- ‘blocked up’, from the verb obstruere, from ob- ‘against’ + struere ‘build, pile up’.

词汇	obstruct
释义	Definition of obstruct in English: obstruct verb əbˈstrʌkt [with object] 1Block (an opening, path, road, etc.); be or get in the way of. 堵住，堵塞，阻塞（洞口、通道、道路等）；挡住 she was obstructing the entrance 她正在把入口堵住。 Example sentencesExamples He wasn't learning very quickly - he was supposed to obstruct the path of the trainer before she gets too close to the edge, but he really wasn't getting the idea. They also complained that the company did not follow the county's priorities for power restoration and did not help road maintenance workers clear roads obstructed by fallen trees wrapped by power lines. But sometimes it obstructs the opening between the appendix and intestine and lead to inflammation of the appendix (appendicitis). The significant cause of the congestion is vehicles being illegally parked on the double yellow lines and obstructing the narrow roads for other traffic. The amount of scar tissue formed, however, and the degree to which it obstructs the hole is something that needs to be investigated. On a serious note, I do hope the council will include motorists who obstruct cycle lanes and green boxes. One youth lay on the road in front of the vehicle obstructing its path, while the remainder of the group attacked the vehicle, banging on its sides, windows and doors. Kidney stones are another source of blockage that may obstruct the path of urine. As for the problem of motorbikes for hire and rental vehicles obstructing the roads and walkways, the mayor said the city plans to designate parking areas, which he said should alleviate that particular problem. The three told the court that they had not at any time obstructed the road and gave an undertaking not to do so. An aged, wooden blockade obstructed the pebbled road, so they had to park Raven's Ferrari in front of it and continue the travel on foot. The roads are all so long, and pockets of tall buildings intersperse themselves with markets and shady alleys, and your planned route may easily be interrupted by a large flyover or highway suddenly obstructing your path. In public areas and roadside locations, signs must not be placed on or obstruct footpaths, traffic islands, roads or walkover bridges. Officers also requested business operators who place their signboards in the public areas to ensure that the signs do not become an eyesore or obstruct pedestrian walkways. The number of demonstrators was sharply reduced and they did not obstruct the roads. I am on my way to a superb running catch when my path is obstructed by a goat. He got out of his seat and stepped back, not wanting to obstruct her path. However, it was just enough of a touch to obstruct the path of the ball. The vehicle was obstructing the whole road which caused Whalley Old Road to be blocked. As far as possible, radio relay stations ought to be placed at a distance from the mountaintop that obstructs the path but in a manner that it be seen from either station. Synonyms block, block up, clog, clog up, get/stand in the way of, cut off, shut off, jam, bung up, gum up, choke, barricade, bar, dam up British informal gunge up dated cumber technical occlude, obturate 1.1 Prevent or hinder (movement or someone or something in motion) 阻止；阻碍；妨碍；阻挠 they had to alter the course of the stream and obstruct the natural flow of the water 他们得改变溪流的水道，阻止河水自然流淌。 Example sentencesExamples This will simply stifle business activity and unjustifiably obstruct the free movement of people within the European Union. Any type hook can be used as long as it is strong enough to support your wind chime. Be sure you hang it in an area where it's freedom of movement is not obstructed by anything. From a poor clearance the ball fell to Phelan who returned the kick and as he chased after it he was obstructed and the penalty was immediately awarded from where the ball had landed. You can only monitor people coming in, but you cannot obstruct their movement. They damaged the buses, obstructed their movement and even held a demonstration in front of the Diwan's residence. The traffic warden will be able to clearly identify the cars, and parents avoiding the parking traps will not obstruct residents in the area. A fine of 150 leva will be imposed on those who violate the rules for crossing a train crossing or obstructing the movement of trams or other rail vehicles, which, by law always have the right of way. He clarified that the trust was in the possession of the land and a previous owner obstructed the trust staff when they tried to begin construction at the site. Make sure that you leave some clearance between the head of the fan blades - give them a spin to make sure you haven't obstructed the fan's movement. Then as it happened, the bar too got jammed, serving to obstruct her movements further, making it virtually impossible to lift her out. Positioned near Nasrallah's house, they waved banners, called to the troops through their megaphones, and attempted to obstruct the bulldozers' movements. The escorting policemen gave vent to their ire at other road users when the peak hour traffic obstructed the VIP's movement. Construction equipment and trucks were reported to be obstructing tourist walks and blocking access to resort facilities. So instead, he parked on the end of a row of parked cars where he felt it was out of the way and not obstructing other motorists. The woman thrust the letter back at me and then, totally ignoring me, proceeded to obstruct the next customer. Additional commissioner of Police Chandra said that instructions have been given to cut down only branches that obstruct the movement of buses. Retention of dampness from spleen deficiency can affect the kidneys by obstructing the movement of fluids. If protest demonstrations and rallies can be confined to select areas and organised peacefully without obstructing the free movement of others, nobody can complain. Also, he would notice if passages for blind people were obstructed, or if the location of advertisement hoardings were correct - recording it all with his cameras. The High Court has ruled many times that no rally or party shall obstruct the easy movement of the public and vehicles. Synonyms hold up, bring to a standstill, stop, halt, block 1.2 Deliberately make (something) difficult. fears that the regime would obstruct the distribution of food 对当局阻挠食物分配的担心。 Example sentencesExamples In early 1998, the regime obstructed a UN weapons inspection team from investigating these charges. As a designer, this often tends to be my preference simply because I have a difficult time justifying to myself why I would obstruct information when I could clearly and simply present it instead. Although the region is regularly described as ‘the world's worst humanitarian crisis’, his regime has obstructed humanitarian access by denying visas and travel permits to some aid workers. On the other hand, if the government had cooperated with rather than obstructed UN weapons inspectors, it would have been more difficult for the United States to justify its policy. Within the coalition itself, his personal supremacy led to difficulties, particularly when he obstructed the consideration of major post-war issues. Synonyms hold up, bring to a standstill, stop, halt, block 1.3Law Commit the offence of intentionally hindering (a police officer) 〔律〕犯妨碍（警员）执行公务罪 the appellants were arrested, and later convicted of obstructing the police Example sentencesExamples The agency made a decision to obstruct the course of justice by systematically destroying evidence which the practices of the court might require to be produced. It is remarkably easy to obstruct justice, and this matter has been under various phases of an investigation by the Justice Department since it was referred by the CIA last summer. Going to jail because one did not understand one was arguably obstructing justice, however, is very different. I do not have to know I have to have substantial grounds to believe that he will seek to obstruct the course of justice or putting it another way that there is a real danger that he might interfere. By virtue of the obligations arising from the Treaty the Member States are under a duty not to obstruct the direct effect inherent in regulations and other rules of Community law. 1.4 (in various sports) impede (a player in the opposing team) in a manner which constitutes an offence. （各类体育运动中）以犯规动作阻挡（对方队员） an indirect free kick is awarded for intentionally obstructing an opponent Example sentencesExamples Jaroslav Plasil wins a free-kick after being obstructed by Jens Novotny. Pirlow concedes a free-kick just inside the Italy half for obstructing Karel Pobor. Free-kick to Ukraine outside the box on the left-hand side, after Kalin is obstructed by Trabe. Kingsford's only points came in first-half injury time via a penalty try after winger Ian Gow had been obstructed chasing John Fletcher's kick through, Fletcher converting. Alexander was deemed to have obstructed early release of the ball, even though he couldn't roll away. Synonyms impede, hinder, interfere with, hamper, block, interrupt, hold up, hold back, stand in the way of, frustrate, thwart, baulk, inhibit, hamstring, sabotage, encumber, slow, slow down, retard, delay, stonewall, forestall, stall, arrest, check, stop, halt, stay, derail, restrict, limit, curb, put a brake on, bridle, fetter, shackle informal stymie North American informal bork rare trammel Derivatives obstructor noun And, this is exactly what the terrorists want to be - obstructors of peace! Example sentencesExamples If presented with this I suppose the President would say.... heh I'm a constructor, not an obstructor. He will increasingly be seen as a querulous and ineffective obstructor of the President's policies, which are popular in South Dakota. It will take more than all men together to put that greatest obstructor of peace out of power over mankind. He is both the obstructor of humankind's happiness and prosperity, and the obstructor (Satan) of God. Origin Late 16th century: from Latin obstruct- 'blocked up', from the verb obstruere, from ob- 'against' + struere 'build, pile up'. Rhymes abduct, adduct, conduct, construct, destruct, duct, instruct, misconduct Definition of obstruct in US English: obstruct verb [with object] 1Block (an opening, path, road, etc.); be or get in the way of. 堵住，堵塞，阻塞（洞口、通道、道路等）；挡住 she was obstructing the entrance 她正在把入口堵住。 Example sentencesExamples The number of demonstrators was sharply reduced and they did not obstruct the roads. However, it was just enough of a touch to obstruct the path of the ball. The amount of scar tissue formed, however, and the degree to which it obstructs the hole is something that needs to be investigated. But sometimes it obstructs the opening between the appendix and intestine and lead to inflammation of the appendix (appendicitis). The three told the court that they had not at any time obstructed the road and gave an undertaking not to do so. As for the problem of motorbikes for hire and rental vehicles obstructing the roads and walkways, the mayor said the city plans to designate parking areas, which he said should alleviate that particular problem. The roads are all so long, and pockets of tall buildings intersperse themselves with markets and shady alleys, and your planned route may easily be interrupted by a large flyover or highway suddenly obstructing your path. As far as possible, radio relay stations ought to be placed at a distance from the mountaintop that obstructs the path but in a manner that it be seen from either station. One youth lay on the road in front of the vehicle obstructing its path, while the remainder of the group attacked the vehicle, banging on its sides, windows and doors. The significant cause of the congestion is vehicles being illegally parked on the double yellow lines and obstructing the narrow roads for other traffic. Officers also requested business operators who place their signboards in the public areas to ensure that the signs do not become an eyesore or obstruct pedestrian walkways. He wasn't learning very quickly - he was supposed to obstruct the path of the trainer before she gets too close to the edge, but he really wasn't getting the idea. An aged, wooden blockade obstructed the pebbled road, so they had to park Raven's Ferrari in front of it and continue the travel on foot. The vehicle was obstructing the whole road which caused Whalley Old Road to be blocked. On a serious note, I do hope the council will include motorists who obstruct cycle lanes and green boxes. They also complained that the company did not follow the county's priorities for power restoration and did not help road maintenance workers clear roads obstructed by fallen trees wrapped by power lines. I am on my way to a superb running catch when my path is obstructed by a goat. Kidney stones are another source of blockage that may obstruct the path of urine. In public areas and roadside locations, signs must not be placed on or obstruct footpaths, traffic islands, roads or walkover bridges. He got out of his seat and stepped back, not wanting to obstruct her path. Synonyms block, block up, clog, clog up, get in the way of, stand in the way of, cut off, shut off, jam, bung up, gum up, choke, barricade, bar, dam up 1.1 Prevent or hinder (movement or someone or something in motion) 阻止；阻碍；妨碍；阻挠 they had to alter the course of the stream and obstruct the natural flow of the water 他们得改变溪流的水道，阻止河水自然流淌。 Example sentencesExamples Also, he would notice if passages for blind people were obstructed, or if the location of advertisement hoardings were correct - recording it all with his cameras. If protest demonstrations and rallies can be confined to select areas and organised peacefully without obstructing the free movement of others, nobody can complain. The traffic warden will be able to clearly identify the cars, and parents avoiding the parking traps will not obstruct residents in the area. Additional commissioner of Police Chandra said that instructions have been given to cut down only branches that obstruct the movement of buses. You can only monitor people coming in, but you cannot obstruct their movement. So instead, he parked on the end of a row of parked cars where he felt it was out of the way and not obstructing other motorists. The escorting policemen gave vent to their ire at other road users when the peak hour traffic obstructed the VIP's movement. From a poor clearance the ball fell to Phelan who returned the kick and as he chased after it he was obstructed and the penalty was immediately awarded from where the ball had landed. The woman thrust the letter back at me and then, totally ignoring me, proceeded to obstruct the next customer. He clarified that the trust was in the possession of the land and a previous owner obstructed the trust staff when they tried to begin construction at the site. A fine of 150 leva will be imposed on those who violate the rules for crossing a train crossing or obstructing the movement of trams or other rail vehicles, which, by law always have the right of way. Positioned near Nasrallah's house, they waved banners, called to the troops through their megaphones, and attempted to obstruct the bulldozers' movements. The High Court has ruled many times that no rally or party shall obstruct the easy movement of the public and vehicles. Any type hook can be used as long as it is strong enough to support your wind chime. Be sure you hang it in an area where it's freedom of movement is not obstructed by anything. Then as it happened, the bar too got jammed, serving to obstruct her movements further, making it virtually impossible to lift her out. Construction equipment and trucks were reported to be obstructing tourist walks and blocking access to resort facilities. Retention of dampness from spleen deficiency can affect the kidneys by obstructing the movement of fluids. This will simply stifle business activity and unjustifiably obstruct the free movement of people within the European Union. Make sure that you leave some clearance between the head of the fan blades - give them a spin to make sure you haven't obstructed the fan's movement. They damaged the buses, obstructed their movement and even held a demonstration in front of the Diwan's residence. Synonyms hold up, bring to a standstill, stop, halt, block 1.2 Deliberately make (something) difficult. fears that the regime would obstruct the distribution of food 对当局阻挠食物分配的担心。 Example sentencesExamples Although the region is regularly described as ‘the world's worst humanitarian crisis’, his regime has obstructed humanitarian access by denying visas and travel permits to some aid workers. On the other hand, if the government had cooperated with rather than obstructed UN weapons inspectors, it would have been more difficult for the United States to justify its policy. As a designer, this often tends to be my preference simply because I have a difficult time justifying to myself why I would obstruct information when I could clearly and simply present it instead. Within the coalition itself, his personal supremacy led to difficulties, particularly when he obstructed the consideration of major post-war issues. In early 1998, the regime obstructed a UN weapons inspection team from investigating these charges. Synonyms hold up, bring to a standstill, stop, halt, block 1.3Law Commit the offense of intentionally hindering (a legal process). 〔律〕犯妨碍（警员）执行公务罪 Example sentencesExamples The agency made a decision to obstruct the course of justice by systematically destroying evidence which the practices of the court might require to be produced. It is remarkably easy to obstruct justice, and this matter has been under various phases of an investigation by the Justice Department since it was referred by the CIA last summer. I do not have to know I have to have substantial grounds to believe that he will seek to obstruct the course of justice or putting it another way that there is a real danger that he might interfere. By virtue of the obligations arising from the Treaty the Member States are under a duty not to obstruct the direct effect inherent in regulations and other rules of Community law. Going to jail because one did not understand one was arguably obstructing justice, however, is very different. 1.4 (in various sports) impede (a player in the opposing team) in a manner which constitutes an offense. （各类体育运动中）以犯规动作阻挡（对方队员） Example sentencesExamples Free-kick to Ukraine outside the box on the left-hand side, after Kalin is obstructed by Trabe. Alexander was deemed to have obstructed early release of the ball, even though he couldn't roll away. Kingsford's only points came in first-half injury time via a penalty try after winger Ian Gow had been obstructed chasing John Fletcher's kick through, Fletcher converting. Jaroslav Plasil wins a free-kick after being obstructed by Jens Novotny. Pirlow concedes a free-kick just inside the Italy half for obstructing Karel Pobor. Synonyms impede, hinder, interfere with, hamper, block, interrupt, hold up, hold back, stand in the way of, frustrate, thwart, baulk, inhibit, hamstring, sabotage, encumber, slow, slow down, retard, delay, stonewall, forestall, stall, arrest, check, stop, halt, stay, derail, restrict, limit, curb, put a brake on, bridle, fetter, shackle Origin Late 16th century: from Latin obstruct- ‘blocked up’, from the verb obstruere, from ob- ‘against’ + struere ‘build, pile up’.
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