adjective
- relating to the heart or the blood vessels that supply the heart
Usage: medical
noun
- a heart attack; a blockage of blood flow to the heart muscle
Usage: informal; medical
Examples
- The patient underwent coronary bypass surgery.
- Coronary artery disease is a leading cause of death.
- He suffered a massive coronary at age 55.
- The coronary arteries supply oxygen to the heart muscle.
- She was rushed to the hospital after her coronary.
- Regular exercise can reduce coronary risk factors.
- The doctor ordered a coronary angiogram to check for blockages.