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jugular Definition and Meaning in English (jugular definition)

noun
Synonyms:neck vein
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Jugular definition: The jugular vein is one of the large veins in the neck that carries deoxygenated blood from the head to the heart.

Definitions of Jugular

  1. 1noun

    The jugular vein is one of the large veins in the neck that carries deoxygenated blood from the head to the heart.

  2. 2adjective

    Relating to the neck or throat, especially to the jugular vein, or referring to a critical or vulnerable point.

Example Sentences

“The nurse needed to find the jugular vein for the blood sample.”

“He went for the jugular in the argument, attacking her weakest point.”

Synonyms

neck vein

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Jugular definition: The jugular vein is one of the large veins in the neck that carries deoxygenated blood from the head to the heart.
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'Jugular' translates to 'jugular' in English. Jugular definition: The jugular vein is one of the large veins in the neck that carries deoxygenated blood from the head to the heart.
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