Both Uses of
obstruct
in
Death and the King's Horseman
- Tell these women to stop obstructing me in the performance of my duty.†
Chpt 3 *obstructing = blocking or hindering
- What gives you the right to obstruct our leader of men in the performance of his duty?†
Chpt 3obstruct = block or hinder
Definition:
to block or hinder
The exact meaning of obstruct can depend upon its context. For example:
- "obstruct the path" -- block passage through
- "obstruct justice" -- hinder or prevent the progress or accomplishment of
- "obstruct her view" -- get in the way so as to hide from sight