Bloc: meaning, definitions and examples

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bloc

 

[ blษ’k ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

political group

A bloc refers to a group of individuals, nations, or organizations that come together to pursue a common objective or agenda, particularly in a political context. This term is often used to describe coalitions formed to exert influence or power in legislative bodies or international relations. The solidarity among bloc members can significantly affect decision-making processes. In addition to politics, the term can be utilized in various fields such as economics and social movements.

Synonyms

alliance, association, coalition, faction, group

Examples of usage

  • The European Union is a political bloc of member states.
  • The voting bloc swayed the election results.
  • Environmental groups formed a bloc to promote sustainability.
  • The trade bloc negotiated better deals with third countries.
Context #2 | Noun

physical structure

In a physical sense, a bloc can refer to a solid piece of material or a block of something, often used in construction or manufacturing. For example, a bloc of wood or stone may be referenced in the context of crafting or building. This definition is less common than the political usage, but it still carries significance in various industries.

Synonyms

block, chunk, piece, section, slab

Examples of usage

  • He carved a sculpture from a bloc of marble.
  • The builder cut the bloc of concrete into smaller pieces.
  • A wooden bloc was used to steady the table.
  • They bought a bloc of land to develop a new shopping center.

Translations

Translations of the word "bloc" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น bloco

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฌเฅเคฒเฅ‰เค•

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Block

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ blok

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฑะปะพะบ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ blok

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒ–ใƒญใƒƒใ‚ฏ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท bloc

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ bloque

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท blok

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋ธ”๋ก

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ูƒุชู„ุฉ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ blok

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ blok

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅ—

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ blok

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ blokk

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฑะปะพะบ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ‘แƒšแƒแƒ™แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ blok

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ bloque

Etymology

The word 'bloc' originates from the French word 'blocs', meaning 'blocks' or 'chunks', which itself is derived from the Old French 'bloc', referring to a solid piece of wood. This term began to be used in political contexts in the early 20th century, especially during the time of major political alliances and coalitions forming in Europe. The concept of a 'bloc' served as a way to describe factions within larger political systems that sought to advance shared goals. Over time, the usage of 'bloc' has expanded globally and is now commonly used to refer to any organized group that collaborates for a specific purpose. The intertwining of the physical and abstract meanings highlights the versatility of the term in contemporary discourse.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranked #10,651, this word falls into high-advanced vocabulary. It appears less frequently but is valuable for expressing precise meanings in specific contexts.