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One of the two main arteries of the neck, by which blood is conveyed from the aorta to the head. [See Illust. of Aorta.]

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  1. n. One of the two main arteries of the neck, by which blood is conveyed from the aorta to the head. [See Illust. of Aorta.]
  2. a. Alt. of Carotidal
  3. adj. of or relating to either of the two major arteries supplying blood to the head and neck
  4. One of the two main arteries of the neck, by which blood is conveyed from the aorta to the head. Note: [See Illust. of Aorta.] Pertaining to, or near, the carotids or one of them; as, the carotid gland.
  5. One of the two main arteries of the neck, by which blood isconveyed from the aorta to the head.
  6. j:90/n:10 a. of or relating to either of the two major arteries supplying blood to the head and neck