Meaning of the word arteriosclerosis in English

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arteriosclerosis

US /ɑːrˌtɪr.i.oʊ.skləˈroʊ.sɪs/
UK /ɑːˌtɪə.ri.əʊ.skləˈrəʊ.sɪs/
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Noun

a disease in which the walls of the arteries become thick and hard, restricting the flow of blood

Example:
Arteriosclerosis can lead to serious cardiovascular problems.
Diet and lifestyle play a significant role in the development of arteriosclerosis.