obturator

obturator definition - medical

ob·tu·ra·tor (ŏbˈtə-rāˌtər)

noun
  1. A structure, such as the soft palate, that closes an opening in the body.
  2. A prosthetic device that serves to close an opening or cleft, especially in the palate.
  3. A stylus or removable plug used during the insertion of many tubular instruments.

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