subclavian
What is another word for subclavian? Here is its meaning, with related words and examples.
Adj — Located beneath the collarbone, especially describing the artery or vein supplying blood to the arm and shoulder area.
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How to use subclavian
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
subclavian artery
subclavian vein
Etymology
From Latin sub- ("under") plus clavicula ("little key," the source of "clavicle" — the collarbone).
Full origin of subclavian →Frequently asked questions
What does “subclavian” mean?
The word “subclavian” means located beneath the collarbone, especially describing the artery or vein supplying blood to the arm and shoulder area. In plain terms, a medical term for structures found just under the collarbone.
How do you pronounce “subclavian”?
“Subclavian” is pronounced suhb-KLAY-vee-uhn (/səbˈkleɪ.vi.ən/ in IPA).
How do you use “subclavian” in a sentence?
Here is “subclavian” used in a sentence: “The surgeon inserted the catheter into the subclavian vein.”
What part of speech is “subclavian”?
“Subclavian” is an adjective.
Where does the word “subclavian” come from?
The word “subclavian” comes from Latin. From Latin sub- ("under") plus clavicula ("little key," the source of "clavicle" — the collarbone).
