Subclavius
Definition & Meaning
Pronunciation /səbˈkleɪ.vi.əs/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Subclavius is a noun meaning (anatomy, anatomy) A muscle which (in humans) originates from the first costal cartilage and inserts on to the undersurface of the clavicle, acting to elevate the first rib or fix the clavicle.
Meaning
(anatomy, anatomy) A muscle which (in humans) originates from the first costal cartilage and inserts on to the undersurface of the clavicle, acting to elevate the first rib or fix the clavicle.
Word Forms
- subclavii
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include interclavicle, clavicle, supraclavicle, cleidomastoideus, clivus, clition.
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