unblock — to remove a blockage or obstruction from something
Part of speech: VERB
Definition: to remove a blockage or obstruction from something
Pronunciation (IPA): /ʌnˈblɑːk/
Example Sentences
- The plumber worked all morning to unblock our kitchen sink.
- After the argument, it took her three months to unblock him on all social media.
- My mom accidentally blocked Netflix and now she's asking me to unblock it every five minutes.
unblock
VERB[/ʌnˈblɑːk/]
to remove a blockage or obstruction from something
The plumber quickly unblocked the kitchen sink, and the water flowed normally again.
She unblocked her friend's number so they could talk again.
First unblock the account, then unlock the features, and finally reconnect with your friends.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
Unblock combines the prefix un-, meaning 'reverse' or 'remove', with the verb block, which derives from Old French bloc and Middle Dutch blok (a solid piece or obstruction). The compound developed in English to mean 'to remove an obstruction' or 'to clear a blockage'.
Breakdown
un- (reverse action, remove) + block (to obstruct, from Old French bloc meaning solid piece). The prefix negates or reverses the action of blocking, yielding the opposite meaning.
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📝Examples
“The plumber worked all morning to unblock our kitchen sink.”
“After the argument, it took her three months to unblock him on all social media.”
“My mom accidentally blocked Netflix and now she's asking me to unblock it every five minutes.”
“The IT department needs to unblock that gaming website before the employees revolt.”
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