subclavius

noun

Meaning

A small, triangular muscle located between the clavicle and the first rib.

Examples

The subclavius originates from the first rib and inserts into the inferior surface of the clavicle.
During the dissection, the medical student carefully identified the subclavius muscle beneath the pectoralis major.

Synonyms: subclavius muscle

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subclavius

noun

Pronunciation: sʌbˈkleɪviəs

Definition

A small, triangular muscle located between the clavicle and the first rib.

Examples

The subclavius originates from the first rib and inserts into the inferior surface of the clavicle.
During the dissection, the medical student carefully identified the subclavius muscle beneath the pectoralis major.
Damage to the subclavius is rare but can occur during severe trauma to the shoulder girdle.

Synonyms of subclavius

Words with a similar meaning to subclavius:

subclavius muscle

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