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CAROTID ARTERY

\kəɹˈɒtɪd ˈɑːtəɹi], \kəɹˈɒtɪd ˈɑːtəɹi], \k_ə_ɹ_ˈɒ_t_ɪ_d ˈɑː_t_ə_ɹ_i]\

Definitions of CAROTID ARTERY

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either of two major arteries of the neck and head; branches from the aorta

2006 - WordNet 3.0
By Princeton University

either of two major arteries of the neck and head; branches from the aorta

2011 - English Dictionary Database
By DataStellar Co., Ltd

Either of the two principal arteries on both sides of the neck that supply blood to the head and neck; each divides into two branches, the internal carotid artery and the external carotid artery.

2010 - Medical Dictionary Database
By DataStellar Co., Ltd

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