arteries
word · lemma: artery
Definition
Arteries are blood vessels that carry oxygen-rich blood from the heart to the rest of the body.
Usage & Nuances
'Arteries' is a medical or scientific term. It's often used in phrases like 'blocked arteries' or 'coronary arteries.' Do not confuse with 'veins,' which carry blood back to the heart.
Spanish: arteriasPortuguese (BR): artériasPortuguese (PT): artériasChinese (Simplified): 动脉Chinese (Traditional): 動脈Hindi: धमनीArabic: الشرايينBengali: ধমনিRussian: артерииJapanese: 動脈Vietnamese: động mạchKorean: 동맥Turkish: atardamarUrdu: شریانIndonesian: arteri
Example Sentences
He had surgery to clear his blocked arteries.
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The doctor said her arteries are healthy.
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Arteries carry blood away from the heart.
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Smoking can damage your arteries.
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Regular exercise helps keep your arteries flexible.
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Plaque buildup in the arteries can lead to serious heart problems.
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