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blockout

noun · 3 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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Pronunciation

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1

noun

Meaning 1

A void that is deliberately not filled with concrete, so that it can be used to insert something else such as pipework.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: countable

Topics: business, construction, manufacturing

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Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

2

noun

Meaning 2

A draft of a level where plain blocks serve as placeholders for environmental features.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: countable

Topics: video-games

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Antonyms: none provided

3

noun

Meaning 3

Synonym of sunblock

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: countable, uncountable

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Meaning relationships

Synonyms: sunblock

Antonyms: none provided

History

Etymology

Deverbal from block out.