embolus vs roadblock

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. 

roadblock

noun
  • An obstacle or impediment. 

  • Something that blocks or obstructs a road. 

verb
  • To prevent, hinder. 

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