clavicle

clav·i·cle

noun \ˈklav-i-kəl\

Definition of CLAVICLE

: a bone of the pectoral girdle that links the scapula and sternum, is situated just above the first rib on either side of the neck, and has the form of a narrow elongated S—called also collarbone

—cla·vic·u·lar \kla-ˈvik-yə-lər, klə-\ adjective

Illustration of CLAVICLE