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Definition of blocker - Reverso English Dictionary
Noun
1.
obstructionperson or thing that obstructs
- The large truck acted as a blocker, preventing cars from passing..
2.
sportsperson who stops opponents in sports
- The blocker prevented the other team from scoring.
3.
computingTECH. issue preventing software releaseTECH.
- The blocker delayed the launch of the new app.
4.
medicalTECH. drug inhibiting biological processesTECH.
- The doctor prescribed a blocker for high blood pressure.
5.
technologyTECH. US software preventing unauthorized accessTECH. US
- The blocker stopped the virus from infecting the computer.
6.
pokerTECH. bet made to prevent opponent's advantageTECH.
- He placed a blocker to confuse his opponent.
7.
hockeyTECH. US glove worn by hockey goaliesTECH. US
- The goalie used the blocker to deflect the puck.
Images of blocker
glove worn by hockey goalies
Expressions with blocker
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patient occupying hospital bed longer than needed
The hospital is struggling with bed blockers, causing delays for new patients.
cream applied to skin to prevent sunburn
Apply sun blocker before going to the beach.
software that removes or hides online ads
I installed an ad blocker to avoid pop-ups.
browser feature stopping pop-up windows
The browser's popup blocker stopped the unwanted window from opening.
medicine relieving allergy symptoms by blocking H1 receptors
He took a histamine blocker to ease his hay fever.
drug that blocks calcium entry in cells to treat heart problems
The doctor prescribed a calcium channel blocker for her high blood pressure.
medicine that delays puberty, often used for gender dysphoria
The doctor prescribed a puberty blocker for the patient.
medicine that lowers blood pressure by blocking certain body signals
The doctor prescribed a β-blocker for his high blood pressure.
drug blocking alpha receptors, used for blood pressure or urinary problems
The doctor prescribed an alpha-blocker for his high blood pressure.
medication for glaucoma reducing eye pressure
The doctor prescribed a beta blocker eyedrop for her glaucoma.
drug reducing heart rate and blood pressure
Doctors prescribe beta-blockers for high blood pressure.
Origin of blocker
English, block (obstruct) + er (agent)
Terms with blocker included in their meaning
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blocker
person or thing that restrains or prevents an action
blocker
person or thing that stops something
noise blocker
device that nullifies signals or noise
sports
intentionally deflect a volleyball off a blocker
light blocker
substance that blocks light
neurotransmitter blocker
blocking the action of acetylcholine
acr: angiotensin receptor blocker
medicine that helps control blood pressure
acr: calcium channel blocker
medicine that helps control heart problems
pharmacology
cardioselective beta blocker for arrhythmias and hypertension
medical
histamine blocker treating stomach ulcers
medical
histamine blocker for treating peptic ulcers and gastritis
acr: selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor and blocker
medicine that helps balance chemicals in the brain
drug
beta blocker medicine for high blood pressure, migraines, or after heart attacks
medical
calcium-channel blocker for angina and hypertension
milk blocker
device preventing young animal from suckling
abr: beta-blocker
medicine that lowers blood pressure and heart rate
Examples of blocker in a sentence
Fear can be a mental blocker. The blocker was key in the defensive line. A skilled blocker can change the game. A critical blocker was identified during the final testing phase. Developers worked overnight to fix the blocker. He takes a blocker to manage his migraines.
Blockers are essential in treating certain heart conditions. The blocker prevented pop-ups during browsing. He installed a blocker to enhance online security. She used a blocker to protect her strong hand. A blocker can change the dynamics of a poker game. He replaced his old blocker with a new one. The blocker was crucial in saving the game.
View all translations of blocker
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- French:bloqueur, défenseur, ...
- German:Hindernis, Blocker, ...
- Italian:bloccante, difensore, ...
- Spanish:bloqueador, obstructor, ...
- Portuguese:bloqueador, inibidor, ...
- Chinese:障碍物, 拦截者, ...
- Japanese:障害物, ディフェンダー, ...
- Arabic:عائِق, لاعِب صَد, ...
- Hebrew:חוֹסֵם, בְּעָיָה חוֹסֶמֶת, ...
- Russian:блокиратор, блокировщик, ...
- Ukrainian:блокатор, блокувальник, ...
- Hindi:अवरोधक, ब्लॉकर, ...
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