What does obturate mean?
to block or stop up (a passage or opening) completely, typically by filling it with a substance such as wax or a plug. to stop up the nostrils or ears, typically to prevent the passage of air or sound.
Example
"The doctor obturated the patient's wound to prevent infection."
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