aorta
nounfemininetécnico/ɐˈɔɾ.tɐ/medium
a·or·ta
Definition
The main and largest artery in the human body, originating from the left ventricle of the heart and distributing oxygenated blood throughout the body.
The aorta carries blood away from the heart to the rest of the body.
A rupture of the aorta is a life-threatening emergency.
Common collocations
abdominal aortathoracic aortaaortic aneurysm
Etymology
Do grego 'aortē' (ἀορτή).