Meaning & use
lymphatic vessel
A thin tube in the body that carries lymph fluid and helps remove waste and fight infection.
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The lymphatic vessels drain excess fluid from tissues back into the bloodstream.
A blocked lymphatic vessel can cause swelling in the surrounding tissue.
A note on using this word
Lymphatic vessels form part of the lymphatic system, which works alongside the circulatory and immune systems.
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