Carotid Meaning in English

word

US

/kɝˈɑtɪd/

ker-AH-tid

UK

/kəɹˈɒtɪd/

kuh-ROT-id

Definition

Relating to the two main arteries in the neck that supply blood to the brain, neck, and face.

Usage & Nuances

Used mainly in medical or anatomical contexts, as in 'carotid artery' or 'carotid pulse.' Not used outside technical or clinical discussion.

• Spanish: carótida
• Portuguese (BR): carótida
• Portuguese (PT): carótida
• Chinese (Simplified): 颈动脉
• Chinese (Traditional): 頸動脈
• Hindi: कैरोटिड (धमनी)
• Arabic: الشِّرْيان السُّباتي
• Bengali: ক্যারোটিড
• Russian: сонная (артерия)
• Japanese: 頸動脈
• Vietnamese: cảnh (động mạch)
• Korean: 경동맥
• Turkish: karotis
• Urdu: کیر وٹڈ
• Indonesian: karotis

Example Sentences

The carotid arteries are found in the neck.

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Doctors can check your carotid pulse to measure your heart rate.

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A blockage in the carotid artery can be serious.

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He held his finger to his carotid to check his pulse after running.

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A carotid ultrasound helps doctors see how well blood is flowing to your brain.

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If the carotid artery is damaged, it can cause a stroke.

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