jugular

Meanings

• noun

  The large vein in the neck that carries blood from the brain to the heart.

  - "The doctor inserted a needle into the jugular vein to draw blood for testing."
  - "The patient's pulse could be felt in the jugular vein."

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Pronunciation

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2. /ˈdʒʌɡ.jə.lɚ/
   
   
   
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Synonyms

jugular vein

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with jugular
juror , superior , adjourn

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Variants

List of all variants of jugular that leads to same result
jugular , jugulars , jugular vein , jugular veins , go for the jugular

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Etymology

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From the Latin word 'jugularis,' meaning 'of the jugular vein.'

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Trivia

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1. The jugular vein is the largest vein in the human body.

2. The jugular vein is sometimes referred to as the 'jugular bulb' due to its shape and size.

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Related Concepts

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1. carotid artery: The carotid artery and jugular vein are both important blood vessels in the neck, and they run parallel to each other.

2. venipuncture: Jugular venipuncture is a common medical procedure used to draw blood from the jugular vein.

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Culture

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In medical literature, the jugular vein is often referenced in discussions about blood pressure, heart function, and venous access.

How to Memorize "jugular"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a cross-section of the neck, with the jugular vein running down the middle.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'jugular' with the idea of a large vein in the neck.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember that 'jugular' starts with the letter 'j,' which can help you remember the beginning of the word.

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