blocker
Pronunciation: [ˈblɑːkər]
Word
Context: “games”
(noun) a player or character that prevents other players from moving forward or achieving goals. In some games, you can have a blocker who stops others from scoring or winning.
Example
The blocker helped the team win by stopping the other players from getting past.
Example
Without a good blocker, the opposing team scored easily.
Example
Who is your best blocker on the team?
Context: “technology”
(noun) a tool or program that stops unwanted things, like ads or viruses, from reaching your device. It makes your internet experience smoother and safer.
Example
I installed an ad blocker, so I don't see any annoying ads anymore.
Example
The website didn’t work properly because the ad blocker blocked important content.
Example
Do you use a blocker to keep ads away from your browser?
Context: “health”
(noun) a medicine or substance that prevents something from happening in the body. For example, some blockers help control heart rates or blood pressure.
Example
The doctor prescribed a blocker to help lower my blood pressure.
Example
I didn't take the blocker, so my heart rate stayed high.
Example
What kind of blocker did the doctor recommend for you?
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