Block up Definition 1 of 2Pro Tip 1/3Physical Blockage Used when something physically prevents movement or flow in a space. The sink is blocked up; water won't go down. Pro Tip 2/3Problem Context Often indicates a problem that must be fixed, such as obstructed pipes or roads. The road is completely blocked up with snow. Pro Tip 3/3Complete Blockage Implies that there is no passage available at all due to the blockage. His nose is blocked up due to the cold.