n.
Pronunciation: ' bläk
Function: noun
Etymology: F, literally, block
Date: 1903
1 a : a temporary combination of parties in a legislative assembly b : a group of legislators who act together for some common purpose irrespective of party lines
2 a : a combination of persons, groups, or nations forming a unit with a common interest or purpose <a bloc of voters> b : a group of nations united by treaty or agreement for mutual support or joint action