Block

usgb/blɑːk/
noun

A large piece of something solid.

He carved the statue out of a block of wood.
Visual representation of "block" - A large piece of something solid.

Often appears as...

  • block of wood
  • block of ice
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Physical Objects

This 'block' refers to a solid, often heavy object of a single material.

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He lifted a block of marble onto the table.
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Uniform Substance

Use it when the material doesn't have separate parts or pieces.

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She needed a block of chocolate to make the dessert.
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