Main Entry:

bloc

Pronunciation:

\ˈbläk\

Function:

noun

Etymology:

French, literally, block

Date:

1903

1 a: a temporary combination of parties in a legislative assembly b: a group of legislators who act together for some common purpose irrespective of party lines2 a: a combination of persons, groups, or nations forming a unit with a common interest or purpose <a bloc of voters> b: a group of nations united by treaty or agreement for mutual support or joint action