Definitions

1. noun

an obstruction or barrier set up to prevent something from happening or to control access to a place or area

“The government imposed a naval blockade on the island nation to prevent the importation of goods.”

2. verb

to obstruct or block something, especially a place or area

“The protesters blockaded the highway to protest the government’s policies.”

3. verb (obsolete)

to make or become blocked

“The river’s blockaded waters made it difficult to navigate.”

4. noun (historical)

a ship or fleet stationed to intercept and capture enemy ships

“The British blockade of Napoleon’s France helped to weaken its economy.”