Meaning of clavicle in English

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  1. Pronunciation
  2. Noun
    1. Etymology
    2. Definitions

  1. Pronunciation

    /ˈklævək(ə)l/

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  1. Noun

    clavicle

    Etymology

    early 17th century: from Latin clavicula‘small key’, diminutive of clavis (because of its shape)

    Definitions

    1. bone linking the scapula and sternum

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