artery
/ˈɑːrtəri/
noun
- A blood vessel that carries blood away from the heart to the rest of the body.
- Oxygen-rich blood flows through the arteries to supply the muscles and organs.
- The doctor checked the pulse in the main artery of her wrist.
- Blocked arteries can lead to serious health problems like heart attacks.
- A major route or channel for transportation or communication.
- The internet has become a vital artery for global communication.
- The highway is a main artery connecting the city to the suburbs.
- The river served as an important artery for trade in ancient times.
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