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Noun vena brachiocephalica has 1 sense
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Definitions from the WebVena BrachiocephalicaPart of Speech: Noun Definition: The vena brachiocephalica, also known as the brachiocephalic vein, is a large vein in the human body that is responsible for draining the head and upper limbs. Sample Sentence (Anatomy Sense): The vena brachiocephalica receives blood from the arms and head, and then carries it back to the heart. Sample Sentence (Medical Sense): The surgeon carefully dissected the vena brachiocephalica to remove a blood clot blocking the vein. Sample Sentence (Local Sense): Among the local population, the vena brachiocephalica is often referred to as the "arm-to-head vein." | ||||
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