Word
lymphatic
Phoneticslym·phat·ic
US/ˌɫɪmˈfætɪk/
UK/lɪmfˈætɪk/
Definition
adj. relating to the lymphatic system, which is part of your body's immune system. It helps move fluid and fight infections.
adj. relating to the lymphatic system, which consists of the lymph vessels, lymph nodes, and lymph fluid. Often used in medical contexts to describe the transport of immune cells or the removal of waste.
Examples
“The doctor checked for swollen lymphatic nodes in her neck.”
“After the surgery, the patient experienced some swelling because the lymphatic system was temporarily blocked.”
“The lymphatic system plays a critical role in maintaining fluid balance and defending the body against pathogens by filtering lymph through a network of specialized nodes.”
Examples
simple
“The doctor checked for swollen lymphatic nodes in her neck.”
contextual
“After the surgery, the patient experienced some swelling because the lymphatic system was temporarily blocked.”
complex
“The lymphatic system plays a critical role in maintaining fluid balance and defending the body against pathogens by filtering lymph through a network of specialized nodes.”
Real-World Examples
“Cell therapies that harness the immune system have transformed treatment for some cancers of the blood and lymphatic system.” “Structures once overlooked – from previously unrecognized lymphatic vessels around the brain to overlooked ligaments in the knee – are being re-examined.” Etymology
From lymph + -atic.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
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