To present an obstacle to; stand in the way of
1. Fixer.
2. Appliquer. Coller une affiche.
3. (Familier) Mettre. Coller un travail ŕ quelqu'un.
4. Recaler. Coller un candidat.
5. Punir. Coller un élève.
6. (Intrans.) Adhérer. La glu colle.
7. (Intrans.) (Familier) Convenir. Votre proposition me colle.
ETYM Orig. uncertain.
1. A situation in golf where an opponent's ball blocks the line between one's ball and the hole.
2. A thwarting and distressing situation.
Obstruction of golfer's putt by opponent's ball.