block out

Verb (4)

1. plan where and when songs should be inserted into a theatrical production, or plan a theatrical production in generalMore general lay out
2. prevent from entering“block out the strong sunlight”Synonyms: screenMore general obstruct, obturateMore specific shade
3. shield from lightSynonyms: maskMore general cover
4. indicate roughly“We sketched out our plan”Synonyms: sketch outMore general sketch, outline