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clav·i·cle  (klv-kl)

n.

1. Either of two slender bones in humans that extend from the manubrium of the sternum to the acromion of the scapula. Also called collarbone.

2. One of the bones of the pectoral girdle in many vertebrates.

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[New Latin clvcula, from Latin, diminutive of clvis, key (from its shape).]

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cla·vicu·lar (kl-vky-lr) adj.

cla·vicu·late (-lt) adj.

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clavicle

Noun

either of the two bones connecting the shoulder blades with the upper part of the breastbone; the collarbone [Latin clavis key]

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clavicle  (klv-kl)

Either of two slender bones that extend from the upper part of the sternum (breastbone) to the shoulder. Also called collarbone.

Thesaurus

Noun

1.

clavicle - bone linking the scapula and sternum collarbone bone, os - rigid connective tissue that makes up the skeleton of vertebrates arteria subclavia, subclavian artery - either of two arteries that supply blood to the neck and arms endoskeleton - the internal skeleton; bony and cartilaginous structure (especially of vertebrates)