Meaning of the word embolus in English
What does embolus mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
embolus
US /ˈɛm.bə.ləs/
UK /ˈɛm.bə.ləs/
Noun
a blood clot, air bubble, piece of fatty deposit, or other object that has been carried in the bloodstream to lodge in a vessel and cause an embolism
Example:
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The patient developed an embolus that blocked an artery in the lung.
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A fat embolus can be a serious complication of bone fractures.