flatblock

Questions

What does flatblock mean?

A block of flats; an apartment block.

Where does flatblock come from?

From flat + block, possibly first used in Anthony Burgess's dystopian novel A Clockwork Orange (1962).

How to pronounce flatblock

1. Open the pronunciation page — Open the Speakur entry for “flatblock”.
2. Read the phonetic spelling — Read the IPA spelling () so you know which sounds to aim for.
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4. Repeat and practice — Say “flatblock” aloud, matching stress and vowels until it feels natural.