clavicle

/'klævikl/

Thân thiện

The doctor points to the patient's clavicle on the X-ray.

Definition

1. Noun:
   • A bone linking the scapula and sternum: The clavicle is a slender, S-shaped bone that connects the shoulder blade (scapula) to the breastbone (sternum), forming part of the shoulder girdle. It is commonly known as the collarbone.

Examples of Usage

• Noun:
  • He fractured his clavicle in a cycling accident.
  • The clavicle provides structural support between the arm and the torso.
  • You can feel your clavicle just below your neck.

Advanced Usage

• Medical/Anatomical Context: The term is primarily used in medical, anatomical, or biological contexts.
  • The surgeon carefully repaired the broken clavicle.
• Descriptive Use: Can be used descriptively in non-technical writing.
  • Her necklace rested elegantly on her clavicle.

Variants and Related Words

• Clavicular (adjective): Pertaining to the clavicle.
  • The patient had clavicular pain.

Synonyms

• Collarbone: The common, non-technical term for the clavicle.

Related Phrases

• Broken clavicle: A common term for a clavicle fracture.
  • A broken clavicle requires immobilization to heal properly.
• Clavicle strap: A type of brace used to support an injured clavicle.

Học thuật

Noun

1. bone linking the scapula and sternum

Từ đồng nghĩa

• collarbone