transcription, транскрипция: [ ˈbläk ]
noun
Etymology: French, 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