brachial
adjective · noun
Simple meaning
Related to a human limb.
Pronunciation
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IPA pronunciation (US)
ˈbɹeɪkiəl
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Definition
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adjective
Of or relating to an arm
Pertaining or belonging to the arm.
noun
zoology
Denoting the upper valve of a brachiopod's shell
Word at a Glance
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- C2 · Proficient (estimated)
- Frequency
- Rare
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The main artery of the upper arm.
A network of nerves formed by cervical and thoracic spinal nerves and supplying the arm and parts of the shoulder.
Two veins in either arm that accompany the brachial artery and empty into the axillary vein.
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Two veins in either arm that accompany the brachial artery and empty into the axillary vein.
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