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TEMPORAL ARTERY

(noun)
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There is 1 meaning of the phrase Temporal Artery.

Temporal Artery - as a noun

Any of the three arteries on either side of the brain supplying the cortex of the temporal lobe

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
arteria cerebricerebral artery
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"The temporal artery runs along the side of the head, just above the ear."
"The doctors checked the patient's temporal artery for any sign of inflammation."
"A throbbing sensation in the temporal artery can be a symptom of a migraine."
"The nurse applied gentle pressure to the patient's temporal artery to stop the bleeding."
"A sudden sharp pain in the temporal artery can be alarming."
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