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Definition of bloc

bloc

/blɑːk/
bloc
Plural:blocs
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• noun

1

A combination or coalition of countries, political parties, or groups sharing a common purpose, interest, or ideology that act or vote together.

Example

"The lawmakers formed a bipartisan voting bloc to pass the infrastructure bill."

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Word Nuance & Usage

Do not confuse 'bloc' with its homophone 'block'; 'bloc' refers specifically to a political, economic, or voting alliance of nations or parties, whereas 'block' refers to a solid piece of material, an obstacle, or a city section.

• Rhymes for bloc

• Nearby Words

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block
blockable
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Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed in the early 20th century from French 'bloc' ('block, lump, or mass'), which acquired its political sense from the phrase 'en bloc' ('as a whole') and originates from Middle Dutch 'bloc' ('tree trunk, block').

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Bloc. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/bloc
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