verb
cockblock
Cockblock (verb) means to make or attempt to make another's intended goal of romantic relationship or sexual intercourse impossible.
verb
1
To make or attempt to make another's intended goal of romantic relationship or sexual intercourse impossible.
2
To prevent someone from achieving a goal, aggressively getting in the way (e.g., an intentionally difficult level of a video game).
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Etymology
Rhyming compound of cock + block; likely a back-formation from cockblocker. First use appears c. 1972. See cite below.
Frequently asked questions
What is the meaning of cockblock?
"cockblock" (verb) means to make or attempt to make another's intended goal of romantic relationship or sexual intercourse impossible.
What are the different meanings of cockblock?
"cockblock" has 2 main meanings: 1. To make or attempt to make another's intended goal of romantic relationship or sexual intercourse impossible; 2. To prevent someone from achieving a goal, aggressively getting in the way (e.g., an intentionally difficult level of a video game).