obstruction
noun
Definitions of obstruction noun
- CountableUncountable
something that blocks a road, passage, entrance, etc., preventing movement or passage, or the action of blocking
There was an obstruction on the road, which caused a traffic jam.
The fallen tree created an obstruction on the road.
The building materials piled up in the hallway were a serious obstruction.
- Uncountable
actions or behavior that hinder or prevent something from progressing or functioning correctly
Their actions constituted a serious obstruction to the investigation.
The project's progress was hampered by his constant obstruction.
Bureaucratic obstructions delayed the implementation of the new policy.
- Uncountable
in sports, an instance where a player impedes another player's movement, preventing them from playing freely
The referee called an obstruction penalty, resulting in a penalty kick.
In basketball, obstruction is a common foul.
The player was penalized for obstructing an opponent during the game.