Definitions
- Describing the alignment of teeth in the mouth. - Referring to the closing or blockage of a blood vessel. - Talking about the position of one object in front of another, blocking its view.
- Referring to a physical barrier that blocks a path or passage. - Describing an obstacle that hinders progress or movement. - Talking about a condition where something is clogged or blocked.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words refer to something that blocks or hinders progress or movement.
- 2Both words can be used to describe physical barriers or blockages.
- 3Both words can be used in medical contexts to describe blockages in the body.
What is the difference?
- 1Type of blockage: Occlusion refers specifically to the closing or blockage of a blood vessel or the alignment of teeth, while obstruction can refer to any type of physical barrier or blockage.
- 2Severity: Occlusion can be a serious medical condition, while obstruction may not always be as severe.
- 3Location: Occlusion is often used to describe blockages within the body, while obstruction can be used to describe blockages in any location.
- 4Usage: Occlusion is more commonly used in medical or dental contexts, while obstruction is more versatile and can be used in various contexts.
- 5Connotation: Occlusion can have a more technical or clinical connotation, while obstruction can have a more general or everyday connotation.
Remember this!
Occlusion and obstruction are both words that describe blockages or barriers. However, occlusion is more specific and often used in medical or dental contexts to describe the closing or blockage of a blood vessel or the alignment of teeth. On the other hand, obstruction is more versatile and can be used to describe any type of physical barrier or blockage.
