Definitions

1. adjective

relating to the carotid arteries or carotid body.

“The carotid artery runs through the neck, supplying blood to the brain.”

2. noun

a carotid artery or a carotid body.

“The doctor examined the carotid to check for blockages.”

3. noun

one of the carotid bodies, paired organs in the neck that detect changes in oxygen levels in the blood.

“The carotid bodies play a crucial role in regulating breathing patterns.”