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
- Circular; going round.
- (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
- circulatories
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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