embolism
noun/ˈɛmbəlɪzəm/
Frequency rank: #16,122 most common English word
Meaning
a blockage in a blood vessel caused by a clot or other material carried through the bloodstream.
Example sentence
The doctor explained that embolism in the lungs can be life-threatening if not treated quickly.
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