Definitions

1. noun

A partial or complete blockage of a body part, such as a tooth, or a visual or auditory field, by something else.

“The dentist diagnosed the patient with occlusion of the lower jaw, requiring immediate surgery.”

2. noun

A state in which something is hidden or blocked from view or from perception.

“The fog caused an occlusion of the city skyline, making it difficult to navigate.”

3. noun

A blockage or obstruction in a pipe or channel, especially in a drainage system.

“The plumber discovered an occlusion in the kitchen sink pipes and cleared it to restore water flow.”

4. noun

The act or state of blocking or shutting out something, such as a view or a sound.

“The construction of the new building caused an occlusion of the scenic view from the park.”

5. noun

A blockage or obstruction in a blood vessel, such as a coronary artery, that can lead to a heart attack or stroke.

“The cardiologist diagnosed the patient with occlusion of the coronary artery, requiring urgent medical attention.”

6. verb

To block or shut out something, such as a view or a sound, completely or partially.

“The trees occluded the view of the sun during the winter months.”

7. verb

To cause a blockage or obstruction in a pipe or channel, especially in a drainage system.

“The plumber said that the pipe had been occluded by debris and needed to be cleared.”

8. verb

To shut out or exclude something, such as a sound or a view, from perception or awareness.

“The city’s noise pollution occluded the sounds of nature, making it difficult for residents to relax.”