What is the meaning of block out?

verb

  • Plan where and when songs should be inserted into a theatrical production, or plan a theatrical production in general.
  • Prevent from entering.
    • usage: "block out the strong sunlight"
  • Shield from light.
  • Indicate roughly.
    • usage: "We sketched out our plan"
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