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Jugular

Verb / ˈdʒu:gjʌlɜ: / Another word for jugular — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

The word 'jugular' refers to a major blood vessel in the neck that carries blood from the head to the heart.

Synonyms & similar words

jugularvein venajugularis neck carotid artery vein vessel throat windpipe gullet esophagus trachea airway conduit tube passage duct channel corridor pathway way

Example sentences

  1. He felt a throbbing in his jugular.
  2. The surgeon carefully operated on the jugular vein.
  3. The lion's teeth were inches away from its prey's jugular.
  4. The jugular is an important part of the circulatory system.
  5. She could feel her heartbeat in her jugular.

Quotes

  • 'Keep your head up, your heart strong, and your jugular safe.' - Michelle Hodkin
  • 'Life is a knife-fight, and I'm bleeding out.' - Michelle Hodkin
  • 'You have to learn to keep your wounds clean. You have to learn to dig down to the jugular.' - Chuck Palahniuk

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