jugular | ||
1. | [ noun ] (anatomy,zoology) veins in the neck that return blood from the head | |
Synonyms: | vena_jugularis jugular_vein | |
Related terms: | vein anterior_jugular_vein internal_jugular_vein external_jugular_vein neck | |
2. | [ adjective ] relating to or located in the region of the neck or throat | |
Examples: | "jugular vein" |
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Related terms: | neck | |
3. | [ noun ] a vital part that is vulnerable to attack | |
Examples: | "he always goes for the jugular" |
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Related terms: | weak_part | |
Similar spelling: |
juggler jugglery |