noun
a disease of the arteries characterized by the deposition of plaques of fatty material on their inner walls
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Atherosclerosis is a condition where plaque builds up in the arteries, causing them to harden and narrow.
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My doctor said I need to watch my cholesterol to prevent atherosclerosis.
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I heard atherosclerosis referred to as 'hardening of the arteries'.
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In life, atherosclerosis can be seen as the blockages that hinder our progress towards our goals.