obturator

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Noun obturator has 1 sense

obturator - a prosthesis used to close an opening (as to close an opening of the hard palate in cases of cleft palate)
--₁ is a kind of prosthesis, prosthetic device

Derived form: verb obturate₁

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Obturator

Definition:

An obturator refers to a device or structure that closes or blocks an opening or defect in the body.

Part of Speech:

Noun

Senses:

1. In medicine, an obturator is a removable prosthesis used to close a defect within the human body, typically used in the case of a cleft palate.
2. In mechanics, an obturator is a device that covers or plugs an opening in machinery to prevent substances from entering undesirably.

Usages:

1. Medical usage: The patient was fitted with an obturator to close the gap in the roof of their mouth.
2. Mechanical usage: Make sure to secure the obturator over the exposed gears to avoid any damage.

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