Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
coronaries
noun
/kəˈrɒnəˌriz/
Definition
Coronaries refer to the arteries that supply blood to the heart muscle.
Examples
- The patient had a blockage in one of their coronaries.
- Regular exercise can help keep your coronaries healthy.
- Cardiologists focus on diseases affecting the coronaries.
Meaning
These blood vessels are essential for providing oxygen and nutrients to the heart, crucial for maintaining its function.
Synonyms
- Coronary arteries
- Heart arteries
- Coronary vessels
