adjective
- Serving to close, block, or obstruct an opening or passage.
Usage: Medical and dental contexts
noun
- A substance or agent that blocks, closes, or obstructs an opening or passage.
Usage: Medical and dental terminology
Examples
- The dentist applied an occludent material to seal the cavity.
- An occludent dressing was used to protect the wound from air exposure.
- The medication acts as an occludent to prevent moisture loss from the skin.
- Occludent properties of the paste made it ideal for waterproofing.
- The doctor recommended an occludent bandage for faster healing.