obturate

• 书面或医学用语，指堵塞、封闭或阻塞孔洞、通道或开口。

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.

   堵塞

   • 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.

   同义词blockclogcloseobstructoccludeplugsealstop

   反义词clearopenunblockunclog