Meaning Of The Word Carotid

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Carotid Meaning

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What's The Definition Of Carotid?

carotid in American English
a carotid artery
designating, of, or near either of the two principal arteries, one on each side of the neck, which convey the blood from the aorta to the head
adjective: pertaining to a carotid artery
noun: either of the two large arteries, one on each side of the head, that carry blood to the head and that divide into an external branch supplying the neck, face, and other external parts, and an internal branch supplying the brain, eye, and other internal pa

carotid in British English
adjective: of or relating to either of these arteries
noun: either one of the two principal arteries that supply blood to the head and neck

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