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obstacle

[ ob-stuh-kuhl ]

noun

  1. something that obstructs or hinders progress.

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obstacle

/ ˈɒ²ú²õ³ÙÉ™°ìÉ™±ô /

noun

  1. a person or thing that opposes or hinders something
  2. a fence or hedge used in showjumping
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˜yÐÄvlog History and Origins

Origin of obstacle1

First recorded in 1300–50; Middle English, from Old French, from Latin ´Ç²ú²õ³ÙÄ峦³Ü±ô³Ü³¾, equivalent to ´Ç²ú²õ³ÙÄå(°ù±ð) “to face, block, hinder†( ob- ob- + ²õ³ÙÄå°ù±ð stand ) + -culum -cle 2
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˜yÐÄvlog History and Origins

Origin of obstacle1

C14: via Old French from Latin ´Ç²ú²õ³ÙÄ峦³Ü±ô³Ü³¾, from ob²õ³ÙÄå°ù±ð, from ob- against + ²õ³ÙÄå°ù±ð to stand
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Synonym Study

Obstacle, obstruction, hindrance, impediment refer to something that interferes with or prevents action or progress. An obstacle is something, material or nonmaterial, that stands in the way of literal or figurative progress: Lack of imagination is an obstacle to one's advancement. An obstruction is something that more or less completely blocks a passage: A blood clot is an obstruction to the circulation. A hindrance keeps back by interfering and delaying: Interruptions are a hindrance to one's work. An impediment interferes with proper functioning: an impediment in one's speech.
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Example Sentences

That’s because Gulf & Western was a hodgepodge the parts of which were more valuable than the whole, and Bluhdorn was seen as an obstacle to breaking it up.

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California cannabis companies have faced heavy competition from those looking to capitalize on the state’s green rush, and cannabis’ classification as a Schedule I drug presents unique obstacles.

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They are sometimes transported in combat helicopters like the Blackhawk, which have been involved in aerial accidents with each other and with ground obstacles.

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Fifth, some Ukrainian sources believe logistical obstacles to elections can be overcome.

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Having been part of two previous failed title defenses, Yates’ hope is that such roster construction will allow the Dodgers to overcome what he believes to be the biggest obstacle for any defending champion: health.

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