ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Circulatory

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Pronunciation /ˈsɜːk(j)uːlətəɹi/ · Part of speech adjective

Quick meaning: Circulatory is an adjective meaning Of or pertaining to a circulation, especially to the circulatory system.

Meaning

Of or pertaining to a circulation, especially to the circulatory system.

More Meanings

  1. Circular; going round.
  2. (chemistry) A vessel with two portions unequally exposed to heat, and with connecting pipes or passages, through which the fluid rises from the overheated portion, and descends from the relatively colder, maintaining a circulation.

Example Sentences

circulatory organs
circulatory diseases
a circulatory letter

Word Forms

Synonyms for circulatory

Depending on context, synonyms include circulative.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include circulative, cardiovascular, vasculature, vascular, musculoskeletal, blood.

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