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(per-i-car-di-al) 5 syllables

Definition

adjective. related to the pericardium which is the heart's outer covering.

Example Sentence

The doctor diagnosed him with pericardial effusion after the ultrasound.

More Example Sentences

Doctors check the pericardial area for problems.

Synonyms

heart covering; cardiac; thoracic

Antonyms

non-cardiac; unrelated to heart

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