embolus
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/ˈembələs/
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/ˈembələs/
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.
醫生警告說,如果不及時治療,栓子可能會導致嚴重的健康問題。