arteriosus Get Printable Handwriting Hear It! Say It! Write It! Learn It! Spelling Test Definition noun. a term used in anatomy to describe a type of blood vessel. Example Sentence Patent ductus arteriosus is a heart disorder. More Example Sentences Doctors study the arteriosus in medical school. Synonyms blood vessel; artery; vein Hear It! Say It! Write It! arteriosus Switch to cursive Start Share with your friends: