obstruction

Meanings

Plural: obstructions

Noun

• any structure that makes progress difficult
• the physical condition of blocking or filling a passage with an obstruction
• something immaterial that stands in the way and must be circumvented or surmounted
  • "the filibuster was a major obstruction to the success of their plan"
• the act of obstructing
  • "obstruction of justice"
• getting in someone's way
• The act of obstructing, or state of being obstructed.
• Something which obstructs or impedes, either intentionally or unintentionally
• The condition of having the natural powers obstructed in their usual course; the arrest of the vital functions; death.

Synonyms

block, blockage, hindrance, impedance, impediment, impedimenta, obstacle, obstructer, obstructor, roadblock, stop