The process of occluding, or something that occludes. / (medicine) Anything that obstructs or closes a vessel or canal.

plural of occlusion

(dentistry) On the side of a tooth which mates with the opposing tooth. / (dentistry) Of or relating to occlusion.

(dentistry) occlusion

That which tends to occlude.

(phonetics) A phoneme produced by obstructing airflow in the vocal tract, but not necessarily in the nasal tract. / (cosmetics) A product that forms a protective film and traps moisture against the skin.

plural of occlusive

(obsolete) shut; closed

The condition of being occlusive

In an occlusive manner.