English Word · Intermediate
stopblock
An obstruction placed at the end of a railway track to prevent rail vehicles from going any further
Pronunciation: say stopblock
Meaning
An obstruction placed at the end of a railway track to prevent rail vehicles from going any further.
Example
The train came to a halt when it hit the stopblock at the end of the line.
The train came to a halt when it hit the stopblock at the end of the line.
Practice tips
- Practice stopblock out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this English word is for intermediate-level learners.