Relating to or causing a blockage or obstruction, especially in a medical context. The occlusive dressing was applied to prevent any air from reaching the wound.
Describing a substance or product that forms a barrier on the skin to prevent moisture loss. The occlusive cream helped to keep her skin hydrated by sealing in moisture.
Phonetics: Relating to a consonant sound produced by complete closure of the vocal tract; stop. In English, /p/ and /t/ are occlusive consonants.