What is the meaning of roadblock?

noun

  • Any condition that makes it difficult to make progress or to achieve an objective.
    • usage: "intolerance is a barrier to understanding"
  • A barrier set up by police to stop traffic on a street or road in order to catch a fugitive or inspect traffic etc..
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