Occlusive

C2 16+

Pronunciation: /əˈkluːsɪv/

Definitions of occlusive

noun something that occludes or closes up

Example Sentences

A1 I don't like using occlusive creams on my skin.

A2 The doctor recommended using an occlusive dressing on the wound.

B1 The therapist suggested using an occlusive barrier to protect the skin during treatment.

B2 The athlete used an occlusive bandage to cover the blister on his foot.

C1 The researcher conducted a study on the effectiveness of occlusive dressings in wound healing.

C2 The dermatologist prescribed an occlusive ointment to treat the patient's eczema.

adjective relating to or causing occlusion, especially of a blood vessel

Example Sentences

A1 She wore an occlusive bandage on her cut finger.

A2 The doctor recommended using an occlusive ointment to keep the wound clean and protected.

B1 The sunscreen had an occlusive effect, preventing the harmful UV rays from reaching the skin.

B2 The dermatologist prescribed an occlusive moisturizer to help with the patient's dry skin.

C1 The occlusive dressing was applied to the burn to create a barrier against infection.

C2 The occlusive therapy proved to be effective in managing the patient's psoriasis flare-ups.

Examples of occlusive in a Sentence

formal The doctor recommended using an occlusive dressing to promote healing of the wound.

informal You should try using an occlusive bandage to cover the cut.

slang I heard that using an occlusive patch can help with dry skin.

figurative His closed-minded attitude acted as an occlusive barrier to new ideas.

Grammatical Forms of occlusive

past tense

occluded

plural

occlusives

comparative

more occlusive

superlative

most occlusive

present tense

occludes

future tense

will occlude

perfect tense

has occluded

continuous tense

is occluding

singular

occlusive

positive degree

occlusive

infinitive

to occlude

gerund

occluding

participle

occluding

Origin and Evolution of occlusive

First Known Use: 1601 year
Language of Origin: Latin
Story behind the word: The word 'occlusive' originated from the Latin word 'occlusivus', which is derived from the verb 'occludere' meaning 'to close'.
Evolution of the word: Originally used in a medical context to describe something that closes or blocks a passage or opening, the term 'occlusive' has evolved to also refer to products or substances that create a barrier or seal on the skin or other surfaces.