occlusive
/əˈkluː.sɪv/ (bre, ipa) · /əˈkluː.sɪv/ (ame, ipa) · /ə-ˈklü-siv -ziv/ (ame, mw)
occlusive — adjective
- occlusivepositive
- more occlusivecomparative
- most occlusivesuperlative
1. describing something that blocks or seals a tube, opening, or passage in the bod
describing something that blocks or seals a tube, opening, or passage in the body — typically a wound dressing, ointment, or material that stops air, fluid, or moisture from getting through.
The nurse covered Mauricio's burn with an occlusive dressing to keep the wound moist.
collocation: occlusive dressing (most common medical use)
Petroleum jelly is an occlusive ointment that locks moisture into dry skin.
attributive use: occlusive + ointment / cream / film
Élise's dermatologist recommended an occlusive cream for her cracked heels after winter.
After the eye surgery, Dr. Padma sealed the socket with an occlusive patch.
Some thick lotions are occlusive enough to leave a shiny film on the skin.
- sealing
more everyday; 'occlusive' is the technical medical label
- obstructive
broader — can mean blocking by anything; 'occlusive' suggests covering / sealing shut
- airtight
stresses no air gets through; 'occlusive' also covers moisture and fluid
- breathable
of dressings or fabrics — lets air or moisture pass through
- permeable
lets fluids or gases through
文法句型
occlusive + noun
be occlusive
用法筆記
Almost always used in medical or skincare contexts about something that physically blocks airflow, fluid loss, or moisture loss. Frequent collocates: dressing, ointment, bandage, film, patch, layer.