1. blocking or closing off a passage, opening, or view
Usage: present participle of occlude
2. cutting off the supply of something, especially blood flow
Usage: medical

Examples

• The fallen tree was occluding the mountain trail.
• Dense fog was occluding our view of the harbor.
• The blood clot was occluding the artery.
• Snow was occluding the cabin’s windows.
• The surgeon identified the tissue occluding the patient’s airway.
• Heavy curtains were occluding most of the sunlight.