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obturate

/ˈɒb.tjʊə.reɪt/

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verb

/ˈɒb.tjʊə.reɪt/formalobsolete
  • ruУстаревший глагол, означающий закупоривать, блокировать или закрывать отверстие или проход.

An obsolete verb meaning to stop up, block, or close an opening or passage.

  1. Block or obstructC2formal

    To close or block a passage, opening, or channel.

    ruЗакупоривать

    • The debris obturated the pipe, causing a backup.
    • A blood clot can obturate an artery, leading to serious health issues.
    • The technician obturated the opening to prevent any leaks.

    Synonymsblockclogcloseobstructoccludeplugsealstop

    Antonymsclearopenunblockunclog

Forms
  • obturated past participle
  • obturated past simple
  • obturating present participle
  • obturates third person singular