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clavicula

/kləˈvɪkjʊlə/ noun · British & US
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What does clavicula mean?

noun

A small bone in the human body, specifically one of the collarbones. In anatomy, the clavicle is a long, slender bone that connects the scapula to the sternum.

Example

"The doctor examined the patient's clavicle to determine the extent of the injury."

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