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Definition of Occlude

• (v. t.) To shut up; to close.
• (v. t.) To take in and retain; to absorb; -- said especially with respect to gases; as iron, platinum, and palladium occlude large volumes of hydrogen.

Synonyms of Occlude

• Obstruct
• Obturate
• Impede
• Jam
• Block
• Close Up

Antonyms of Occlude

• Free

Homophones of Occlude