artery
Pronunciation
Noun
B1 Intermediate
Quick answer
One of the tubes that carries blood away from the heart to the rest of the body.
Synonyms and antonyms
Antonyms
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "A blocked _____ can seriously reduce blood flow to the heart."
Answer: artery
In your own words, what does "artery" mean?
One of the tubes that carries blood away from the heart to the rest of the body.
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