artery
noun
UK/ˈɑː.tᵊr.i/
US/ˈɑːr.t̬ɚ.i/
Definitions of artery noun
body(身體)
- Countable(可數名詞)
A thick-walled blood vessel that carries blood away from the heart to other parts of the body.
動脈
Arteriosclerosis can significantly increase the risk of heart attacks.
動脈硬化會顯著增加心臟病發作的風險。
The doctor found a blockage in one of his arteries.
醫生發現他的一條動脈中有阻塞。
A healthy diet helps keep the arteries clear.
健康的飲食有助於保持動脈暢通。
transport(交通)
- Countable(可數名詞)
A major route such as a road or railway line.
主要的道路或鐵路線。
The highway serves as a major artery connecting the cities.
這條高速公路是連接城市的主要動脈。
This railway is the economic artery of the region.
這條鐵路是該地區的經濟動脈。
The main artery of the city center is always busy during peak hours.
市中心的主要動脈在高峰時段總是非常繁忙。