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Definition occlude in American English

occlude verb

verb
1

to obstruct, absorb and retain

Example

You don't want to have an occluded artery, and end up having a stroke or heart attack.

2

to bring together the upper and lower teeth in proper alignment for chewing

Example

If your teeth don't occlude properly, you can have problems not only in your teeth themselves, but also the gums, or the muscles that move your jaw.

Definition occlude in American English