Blocking
/ˈblɒkɪŋ/
Definitions
- (n.) An act or instance of legally preventing or hindering an action, transaction, or communication.
The court issued a blocking order to prevent the transfer of assets.
- (v.) The legal act of obstructing or preventing an action, often used in reference to injunctions or restraining orders.
The defendant is blocking the plaintiff’s attempt to access the records.
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Commentary
In legal contexts, 'blocking' often refers to measures that prevent certain actions, commonly through court-issued orders; it is important to distinguish between temporary injunctions and permanent blocks.
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