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obstacle

/ˈɒbstəkl/

/ˈɑbstəkl/

Translations

obstaclenoun

obstacles

/ˈɒbstəkl/

/ˈɑbstəkl/

The fallen tree was an obstacle on the road.

Павшее дерево было препятствием на дороге.

The high wall was a significant obstacle for the climbers.

Высокая стена была значительной преградой для альпинистов.

The language barrier was an obstacle in their communication.

Языковой барьер был затруднением в их общении.

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obstacleadjective

/ˈɒb.stə.kəl/

/ˈɑb.stə.kəl/

Used attributively before another noun (e.g., obstacle course); treated as an adjective in the dictionary.

obstaclenoun

A thing, circumstance, or condition that blocks progress or makes it difficult to achieve something, whether physical, situational, or mental.

Lack of funding is the main obstacle to completing the project on time.

In sports, a fixed barrier to be jumped over or passed during a race or competition.

The steeplechase runner cleared every obstacle with ease.

obstacleadjective

Relating to, involving, or designed for detecting or avoiding obstacles.

The drone uses an obstacle detection system to navigate through tight spaces.