Blockchain

A decentralized digital ledger that records all transactions across a network of computers. Known for its security and transparency, it's the underlying technology behind cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin. The blockchain's distributed nature makes it resistant to hacking, forging, or altering.
In a broader, casual context, "blockchain" might also refer to something complex and trendy that's often dropped in conversations to sound tech-savvy, whether or not it's entirely understood.

"With the rise of cryptocurrencies, the blockchain technology is revolutionizing the way we think about financial transactions."
"Dude, I have no idea what you just said, but you dropped 'blockchain' in there, so you must be on the cutting edge of tech!"

by wood2023 August 23, 2023

a cat block

This occurs when one or more napping or resting cats block the way through areas such as stairs or doors.

Susie said "mommy Fluffy and Muffy have the stairs in a cat block!"

by I, Wreckerrr August 14, 2020

[Hyperlink Blocked]

When the middle-aged man living in a dumpster tries to send you a link leading to FREE KROM3R

Hyperlink Blocked

Middle-aged man: AND I HAVE JUST
Middle-aged man: THE THING
Middle-aged man: YOU NEED
Middle-aged man: THAT'S
Middle-aged man: Hyperlink Blocked

by Tranky_2530 October 30, 2021

Koch-blocked

To describe when environmental-friendly policies are prevented from being enacted, usually by well paid lobbyists.

Our attempt to remove oil subsidies to companies with poor environmental standards was koch-blocked.

by Senlathiel February 19, 2011

Soft Block

A phrase often used by Twitter users to describe the blocking of another person, then immediate unblock. This is used to make the other user force-unfollow you without making it obvious that blocked them.

This person wouldn't stop replying to my Tweets, so I soft blocked them.

by gitrekt May 15, 2016

Fart Block

Not being able to fart when the coast is clear.

You're at a social gathering and have to fart really bad, so you excuse yourself and walk to the bathroom. But now you can't let it out, no matter how hard you push. Damn fart block!

by goodlord! April 30, 2015

Art block

A Code Red for artists when they meet the wall and all motivation to draw suddenly disappear in the Bermuda Triangle. Simply when artistic libido is missing. Common causes are either a burnout from being too active with the pen, or a lack of inspiration/ideas on what to sketch. Either way, it is an artists downfall which can be permanent or temporary. Forcing oneself to draw during an art block will always work against its purpose, and has the same outcome as when a propane tank is thrown on a fire.

My pencil suffers from erectile dysfunction. Shit, I have been hit by an art block.

by IDGAFox June 7, 2020