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Arterial Meaning in English

word

/ɑɹˈtɪɹiəɫ/
ar-TEER-ee-uhl
/ɑːtˈiəɹɪəl/
ar-TEE-uh-ree-uhl

释义

Relating to arteries (the blood vessels that carry blood from the heart), or describing something that is a major route or main road.

用法与细微差别

"Arterial" is often used medically ("arterial blood pressure") and in urban planning for key roads ("arterial road"). Not to be confused with "artery" (the noun). Rare in casual conversation except for main roads.

例句

The doctor checked her arterial blood pressure.

basic

An arterial road connects different parts of the city.

basic

This medication affects arterial flow.

basic

Rush hour is always bad on the main arterial routes.

natural

A blockage in an arterial vessel can be dangerous.

natural

Most arterial streets have heavy traffic in the mornings.

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