adj

subclavian

suhb-KLAY-vee-uhn

Subclavian (adj) means Located beneath the collarbone, especially describing the artery or vein supplying blood to the arm and shoulder area. Example: “The surgeon inserted the catheter into the subclavian vein.”

adj

Located beneath the collarbone, especially describing the artery or vein supplying blood to the arm and shoulder area.

"The surgeon inserted the catheter into the subclavian vein."

How to use subclavian

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA medical term for structures found just under the collarbone.

Common pairings

subclavian artery subclavian vein

Word forms

subclavians plural

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Etymology

From Latin sub- ("under") plus clavicula ("little key," the source of "clavicle" — the collarbone).

Origin: Latin

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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).