curdling vs embolus

curdling

noun
  • The act by which something is curdled. 

embolus

noun
  • An obstruction causing an embolism: a blood clot, air bubble or other matter carried by the bloodstream and causing a blockage or occlusion of a blood vessel. 

  • The structure on the end of the palp of male arachnids which contains the opening to the ejaculatory duct. 

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