embolus

🇺🇸 /ˈembələs/ 🇬🇧 /ˈembələs/
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A mass of material that blocks a blood vessel, like a blood clot or air bubble.

The doctor warned that the embolus could lead to a serious health issue if not treated promptly.

医生警告说,如果不及时治疗,栓子可能会导致严重的健康问题。

translation

n. 栓子

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Plural emboli