aorta
UK/ei'ɒ:tә/US
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Definitions
n.
The main artery carrying oxygenated blood from the heart to the rest of the body.
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Root Breakdown
Loanwordaortaother
=aorta
Example Sentences
- 1.
The aorta is the largest artery carrying oxygenated blood from the heart.
- 2.
Damage to the aorta can be life-threatening and requires immediate surgery.