Chock-a-block
Part of speech: adjective
Definition: (of a ship's hoisting tackle) Having the blocks drawn close together so no further movement is possible, as when the tackle is hauled to the utmost.
Part of speech: adverb
Definition: In a crowded manner; as completely or closely as possible.
Chock
Part of speech: noun
Definition: Any wooden block used as a wedge or fillerAny fitting or fixture used to restrict movement, especially movement of a line; traditionally was a fixture near a bulwark with two horns pointing towards each other, with a gap between where the line can be inserted.
Part of speech: verb
Definition: To stop or fasten, as with a wedge, or block; to scotch.To insert a line in a chock.