obstructed; obstructing; obstructs
Definition of obstruct
1
: to block or close up by an obstacle
A piece of food obstructed his airway. The road was obstructed by a fallen tree.
2
: to hinder from passage, action, or operation : impede
Constant interruptions obstruct our progress. was charged with obstructing justice by lying to investigators
3
: to cut off from sight
A wall obstructs the view.
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The first known use of obstruct was in 1590
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