Embolism Definition & Meaning

embolism
noun
  1. an insertion into a calendar
  2. occlusion of a blood vessel by an embolus (a loose clot or air bubble or other particle)

"Embolism" in song lyrics

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  • "air embolism"
    AOL — AOL
  • "pulmonary embolism"
    AOL — AOL
  • "arterial embolism"
    AOL — AOL

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