Synonyms for

Venous

Verb / ˈvi:nʌs / Another word for venous — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

relating to or contained in a vein

Synonyms & similar words

veined vascular arterial blooded circulatory sanguineous plasmatic plasmic serous lymphatic capillary coronary hemal hematal hemiacidrin hemalurgic hemangial venate venial venular

Example sentences

  1. The venous system is responsible for returning blood to the heart.
  2. Venous insufficiency can cause swelling in the legs.
  3. The venous blood is darker in color than the arterial blood.
  4. The venous stasis can lead to blood clots.
  5. The venous catheter is used to administer medication.

Quotes

  • The veins are the highways of the body and the blood cells its precious freight.
  • The veins are nature's nets and trawls, in which she catches and holds whatever is washed towards her.
  • The veins are small, but they are the bridges of life.

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