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    lymphatic
    /lɪmˈfatɪk/

    adjective

    • 1. relating to lymph or its secretion: "lymphatic vessels"
    • 2. (of a person) pale, flabby, or sluggish. archaic

    noun

    • 1. a vessel, similar to a vein, that conveys lymph in the body: "the fluid is drained by the lymphatics and returned to the circulation"

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  2. www.merriam-webster.com › dictionary › lymphaticLymphatic Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster

    Learn the meaning of lymphatic as an adjective and a noun, with examples of usage and word history. Find out how lymphatic is related to lymph, a fluid in the body that helps fight infections and balance fluids.

  3. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › englishLYMPHATIC | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary

    Lymphatic is an adjective that means relating to lymph, a liquid that transports useful substances and waste matter in the body. Learn more about the meaning, pronunciation and usage of lymphatic with examples from the Cambridge English Corpus.

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  5. www.kenhub.com › en › libraryLymphatic system: Definition, anatomy, functions | Kenhub

    Oct 30, 2023 · Learn about the lymphatic system, a network of vessels and organs that regulates fluid balance and defends against infections. Find out the structure and functions of lymphatic capillaries, vessels, ducts, nodes and organs.

  6. my.clevelandclinic.org › health › bodyLymphatic System: Function, Conditions & Disorders - Cleveland...

    Jul 31, 2023 · Learn about the lymphatic system, a network of organs, vessels and tissues that protects you from infection and maintains fluid balance. Find out how the lymphatic system works, what are its organs and parts, and what conditions can affect it.

  7. www.medicalnewstoday.com › articles › 303087Lymphatic system: Definition, anatomy, function, and diseases

    Jan 22, 2024 · The lymphatic system is a network of vessels, nodes, and ducts that collect and circulate excess fluid in the body. It is part of the immune system and helps with fluid balance and absorption of fats and fat-soluble nutrients.

  8. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › Lymphatic_systemLymphatic system - Wikipedia

    The lymphatic system, or lymphoid system, is an organ system in vertebrates that is part of the immune system, and complementary to the circulatory system. It consists of a large network of lymphatic vessels, lymph nodes, lymphoid organs, lymphatic tissue and lymph.

  9. biologydictionary.net › lymphatic-systemLymphatic System - Definition, Function, Structure - Biology...

    Jan 15, 2021 · The lymphatic system consists of open-ended vessels, lymph nodes, and organs such as the tonsils, spleen, and thymus. Unlike the blood vascular system, lymphatic circulation is not a closed loop. It creates a one-directional flow of lymph towards the heart.