occlusion

noun

The process of occluding.

noun

Something that occludes.

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An obstruction of an anatomical passage, as of an artery by plaque.

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The alignment of the teeth of the upper and lower jaws when brought together.

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The process of occluding air masses.

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An occluded front.

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Closure at some point in the vocal tract that blocks the flow of air in the production of an oral or nasal stop.

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In dentistry, the fitting into each other of the cusps of the opposing teeth in the upper and lower jaws.