obstruct implies interfering with something in motion or in progress by the sometimes intentional placing of obstacles in the way.

OBSTRUCT definition: to block or close up with an obstacle; make difficult to pass. See examples of obstruct used in a sentence.

to try to stop something from happening or developing: to obstruct a police investigation

obstruct (əbˈstrʌkt) vb (tr) 1. to block (a road, passageway, etc) with an obstacle 2. to make (progress or activity) difficult

To obstruct progress or a process means to prevent it from happening properly. The authorities are obstructing a United Nations investigation. [VERB noun]

Definition of obstruct verb in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

Dec 14, 2025 · To block or fill (a passage) with obstacles or an obstacle. See synonyms at block. To impede, retard, or interfere with; hinder. They obstructed my progress. To get in the way of so as to …

OBSTRUCT meaning: 1 : to block (something, such as a pipe or street) so that things cannot move through easily; 2 : to slow or block the movement, progress, or action of (something or someone)

When you obstruct something, you block it. If you’re gobbling down your pizza, a chunk of crust you didn’t chew so well might obstruct your airway and you'll choke.

obstruct meaning, definition, what is obstruct: to block a road, passage etc: Learn more.