noun
- the throat or neck region, especially the lower part of the throat
Usage: anatomical; technical
Examples
- The doctor examined the patient’s jugulum for signs of swelling.
- In anatomy class, we studied the structures of the jugulum.
- The bird’s jugulum was marked with distinctive coloring.
- Pressure applied to the jugulum can be dangerous.
- The veterinarian felt along the animal’s jugulum.
- Ancient Romans were familiar with the anatomy of the jugulum.