What does varix mean?
Varix means (medicine) A varicose, i.e. swollen and knotted, vein..
Varix
Pronunciation varies by accent · noun
Meaning
(medicine) A varicose, i.e. swollen and knotted, vein..
Definitions by Sense
- (medicine) A varicose, i.e. swollen and knotted, vein.
- (zoology) In mollusks, a particular ridge on the shell, corresponding to a former position of the aperture.
Example Sentences
In the personid genus Distorsio, varix formation is accompanied by a reorientation of the aperture.
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Word Forms
- varices
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How do you use varix in a sentence?
In the personid genus Distorsio, varix formation is accompanied by a reorientation of the aperture.
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