unblock

English

verb
Definitions
  • (transitive) To remove or clear a block or obstruction from.
  • (transitive) To free or make available.
  • (intransitive) In whist, to throw away a high card so as not to interrupt one's partner's long suit.

Etymology

Prefix from English block (block of flats, n).

Origin

English

block

Gloss

block of flats, n

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