Block up

verb

To fill a space completely so that nothing can get through, make something unable to be used or function properly by blocking it.

The drains are blocked up with leaves again.
Visual representation of "block up" - To fill a space completely so that nothing can get through, make something unable to be used or function properly by blocking it

Often appears as...

  • blocked up drain
  • blocked up pipe
verb

To push something in something else to fill the hole and stop the flow.

He blocked up the hole with a piece of cloth.
Visual representation of "block up" - To push something in something else to fill the hole and stop the flow

Often appears as...

  • blocked up hole
  • blocked up gap
verb

To fill a space completely so that nothing can get through, make something unable to be used or function properly by blocking it.

The drains are blocked up with leaves again.
Visual representation of "block up" - To fill a space completely so that nothing can get through, make something unable to be used or function properly by blocking it

Often appears as...

  • blocked up drain
  • blocked up pipe
verb

To push something in something else to fill the hole and stop the flow.

He blocked up the hole with a piece of cloth.
Visual representation of "block up" - To push something in something else to fill the hole and stop the flow

Often appears as...

  • blocked up hole
  • blocked up gap
Definition 1 of 2
Visual representation of "block up"
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Physical Blockage

Used when something physically prevents movement or flow in a space.

Illustration for Physical Blockage
The sink is blocked up; water won't go down.
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Problem Context

Often indicates a problem that must be fixed, such as obstructed pipes or roads.

Illustration for Problem Context
The road is completely blocked up with snow.
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Complete Blockage

Implies that there is no passage available at all due to the blockage.

Illustration for Complete Blockage
His nose is blocked up due to the cold.
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Physical Blockage

Used when something physically prevents movement or flow in a space.

Illustration for Physical Blockage
The sink is blocked up; water won't go down.
LampPro Tip 2/3

Problem Context

Often indicates a problem that must be fixed, such as obstructed pipes or roads.

Illustration for Problem Context
The road is completely blocked up with snow.
LampPro Tip 3/3

Complete Blockage

Implies that there is no passage available at all due to the blockage.

Illustration for Complete Blockage
His nose is blocked up due to the cold.
LampPro Tip 1/3

Physical Blockage

Used when something physically prevents movement or flow in a space.

Illustration for Physical Blockage
The sink is blocked up; water won't go down.
LampPro Tip 2/3

Problem Context

Often indicates a problem that must be fixed, such as obstructed pipes or roads.

Illustration for Problem Context
The road is completely blocked up with snow.
LampPro Tip 3/3

Complete Blockage

Implies that there is no passage available at all due to the blockage.

Illustration for Complete Blockage
His nose is blocked up due to the cold.
Visual representation of the word "Block up"

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