Occluded

Adjective

Definition: Blocked or closed up.

Definition: Hidden or concealed.

Synonyms: Blocked, Closed, Obstructed

Antonyms: Open, Clear, Unobstructed

Examples:
  • The doctor identified an occluded artery during the examination.
  • The dense fog occluded our view of the mountain.
Mnemonics:
  • Think of "occluded" as something that gets in the way, blocking or obstructing.

Etymology:

Origin:

From the Latin word "occludere" which means "to close up"

Historical Usage:

The word has been used in the medical and scientific fields, particularly in relation to blood vessels or airways being blocked.

Related Idioms:

Idiom:

"Occluded view"

Explanation:

Referring to a view that is obstructed or blocked, often due to physical objects or atmospheric conditions.

Misconceptions:

Misconception:

Confusing "occluded" with "included".

Explanation:

"Occluded" means something is blocked or closed, while "included" means something is contained or part of a whole. They have opposite meanings.

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