1. to block or make it difficult for something to pass through
2. to prevent or hinder the progress of something
3. to interfere with or prevent a legal process
Usage: legal

Examples

• A fallen tree obstructs the road after the storm.
• The tall building obstructs our view of the mountains.
• Heavy traffic obstructs the flow of emergency vehicles.
• The new policy obstructs students’ access to resources.
• Dense fog obstructs visibility on the highway.
• The witness was charged because he obstructs justice.
• Construction work obstructs the main entrance to the building.