occlusive Synonyms & Antonyms
/əˈkluːsɪv/
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Occlusive as an Adjective
1
That tends to occlude.
Occlusive as a Noun
1
A speech sound produced by obstructing airflow in the oral vocal tract, but not necessarily into the nasal cavity.
2
A product that forms a protective film and traps moisture against the skin.
Word Forms & Grammar
occlusive
occlusive (plural occlusives)
Words That Rhyme With Occlusive
Origin of Occlusive
Borrowed from Latin occlūsīvus.
Occlusive in Brief
| Part of speech | adjective, noun |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /əˈkluːsɪv/ |
| Meaning | That tends to occlude |
| Plural | occlusives |