atherosclerosis
/ˌæθəroʊskləˈroʊsɪs/
noun
- A disease in which fatty deposits (plaque) build up inside the arteries, causing them to harden and narrow.
- The doctor explained that atherosclerosis develops slowly over many years.
- Eating a healthy diet can help prevent atherosclerosis.
- Atherosclerosis is a leading cause of heart attacks and strokes.