1. In computing, an operation that prevents a thread or process from proceeding until the operation completes, during which the thread remains idle and cannot perform other tasks
A blocking operation on a network socket will halt execution until data is received.
Uma operação bloqueante em um socket de rede interromperá a execução até que os dados sejam recebidos.
2. In military strategy, a tactical maneuver designed to prevent the enemy from advancing or moving in a particular direction
The regiment executed a blocking operation to cut off the enemy's retreat route.
O regimento executou uma operação bloqueante para cortar a rota de retirada do inimigo.