How to Pronounce “atherosclerosis”
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What “atherosclerosis” means
noun — The clogging or hardening of arteries or blood vessels caused by plaques (accumulations of fatty deposits, usually cholesterol).
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What does "atherosclerosis" mean?
atherosclerosis (noun): The clogging or hardening of arteries or blood vessels caused by plaques (accumulations of fatty deposits, usually cholesterol).
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