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ca·rot·id
 carotid
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- pronunciation:
- k
ra
tihd
- parts of speech:
- noun, adjective
- features:
- Word Combinations (noun, adjective)
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noun |
| definition: |
either of the major arteries on each side of the neck, through which blood flows to the head; carotid artery.
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adjective |
| definition: |
of or pertaining to the arteries on each side of the neck that supply blood to the head.
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| derivation: |
carotidal (adj.) |
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