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Clavicle
Pronunciation
Definition 1
One of a pair of bones at the base of the front of the neck. The clavicles connect the breastbone to the shoulder blades. Also called collarbone. (NCI Dictionary)
Definition 2
One of a pair of bones linking the scapula and the sternum. The clavicle is part of the pectoral girdle. (NCI Thesaurus)
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