Venous
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈviː.nəs/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Venous is an adjective meaning (relational) Of or pertaining to veins.
Meaning
(relational) Of or pertaining to veins.
More Meanings
- (relational, of blood) Having passed through the capillaries and given up oxygen for the tissues and become charged with carbon dioxide.
- Possessing veins.
- Having numerous veins.
Example Sentences
It was a sample of venous tissue.
The tree has highly serrated and venous leaves.
Her venous circulation was poor, leading to varicose veins.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include vein, thrombosis, vascular, intravenous, vascularized, veinous.
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