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From New Latin subclavius + -ian, from sub- (“under”) + clavicula (“collar bone, clavicle”) + -ius (adjectival suffix).
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subclavian
Today it means: Relating to or denoting an artery or vein which serves the neck and arm on the left or right side of the body. Full definition →