Occlusion (Noun)

Meaning ¹

An obstruction in a pipe or tube; "we had to call a plumber to clear out the blockage in the drainpipe".

Classification

Nouns denoting man-made objects.

Examples

• The plumber used a snake to remove the occlusion in the sewer line that was causing the backup.
• The medical team worked to clear the occlusion in the patient's airway to restore breathing.
• The engineer designed a new valve to prevent occlusion in the fuel line of the aircraft engine.
• The dentist used a drill to remove the occlusion in the patient's salivary gland duct.
• The maintenance crew used a high-pressure hose to clear the occlusion in the industrial pipe that was restricting water flow.

Synonyms

• Stop
• Block
• Stoppage
• Blockage
• Closure

Hypernyms

• Obstructor
• Obstructer
• Impedimenta
• Obstruction

Hyponyms

• Plug
• Vapour Lock
• Breechblock
• Vapor Lock
• Stopple
• Breech Closer
• Stopper

Meaning ²

(meteorology) a composite front when colder air surrounds a mass of warm air and forces it aloft.

Classification

Nouns denoting natural phenomena.

Examples

• A winter storm is developing over the eastern seaboard, where a strong pressure gradient is leading to an occlusion of the warm air mass.
• The occlusion of the frontal system is bringing heavy rain and thunderstorms to the region, as the warm air is forced to rise rapidly.
• Radar imagery indicates that the occlusion is intensifying, with a clear boundary visible between the cold and warm air masses.
• As the occlusion continues to tighten, winds will increase and precipitation will become heavier and more widespread across the affected area.
• The developing occlusion is expected to bring a prolonged period of unsettled weather, with embedded thunderstorms and locally heavy rainfall.

Synonyms

• Occluded Front

Hypernyms

• Front

Meaning ³

The act of blocking.

Classification

Nouns denoting acts or actions.

Examples

• The narrowing of the artery caused an occlusion that led to a heart attack.
• The dental hygienist explained that the occlusion of my teeth was causing uneven wear on my molars.
• The team worked to clear the occlusion in the pipeline that was blocking the flow of oil.
• The landslide created an occlusion in the river that threatened to flood the nearby town.
• The medical team used a stent to treat the occlusion in the patient's coronary artery.

Synonyms

• Blockage
• Closure

Hypernyms

• Obstruction

Hyponyms

• Implosion

Related Words

• Occlude (verb)

Meaning ⁴

(dentistry) the normal spatial relation of the teeth when the jaws are closed.

Classification

Nouns denoting attributes of people and objects.

Examples

• Proper occlusion is essential for a patient's comfort and the longevity of their dental work.
• The dentist studied the patient's occlusion to determine the cause of their temporomandibular joint pain.
• To evaluate occlusion, the dentist took a series of impressions and photographs of the patient's teeth.
• A malocclusion can lead to difficulties in chewing and speaking, and may also affect the appearance of the patient's smile.
• The goal of orthodontic treatment is often to improve a patient's occlusion by aligning their teeth into a harmonious relationship with one another.

Hypernyms

• Spatial Relation

Meaning ⁵

Closure or blockage (as of a blood vessel).

Classification

Nouns denoting natural processes.

Examples

• The doctor warned that prolonged bed rest could lead to occlusion of the veins in the patient's legs.
• The blood clot was causing an occlusion of the coronary artery, which required immediate treatment.
• Occlusion of the airway can be a serious emergency that requires prompt medical attention.
• A study found that smoking increased the risk of occlusion of the cerebral arteries.
• The nurse monitored the patient's intravenous line to prevent occlusion of the tubing.