- 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.] Source: opted
- 2. a. Alt. of Carotidal Source: opted
- 3. adj. of or relating to either of the two major arteries supplying blood to the head and neck Source: wordnet
- 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. Source: webster
- 5. One of the two main arteries of the neck, by which blood isconveyed from the aorta to the head. Source: adambom
- 6. j:90/n:10 a. of or relating to either of the two major arteries supplying blood to the head and neck Source: ecdict
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