subclavian

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English

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Etymology

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From New Latin subclavius +‎ -ian, from sub- (under) +‎ clavicula (collar bone, clavicle) +‎ -ius (adjectival suffix).

Pronunciation

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  • IPA(key): /səbˈkleɪ.vi.ən/

Adjective

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subclavian (not comparable)

  1. (anatomy) Relating to or denoting an artery or vein which serves the neck and arm on the left or right side of the body.

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Noun

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subclavian (plural subclavians)

  1. (anatomy) A subclavian part (such as an artery, vein, or nerve).
    • 1833, R. J. Bertin, translated by Charles W. Chauncy, Treatise on the Diseases of the Heart, and Great Vessels, Philadelphia: Carey, Lea & Blnachard, page 169:
      The carotids were in their natural state; the arteria innominata and the subclavian were twice their natural diameter: their smaller branches were proportionally dilated and bent zigzag.

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