cardiovascular

adjective car·dio·vas·cu·lar \-ˈvas-kyə-lər\

medical : of or relating to the heart and blood vessels

: causing the heart to beat faster and harder for a period of time

Full Definition of CARDIOVASCULAR

: of, relating to, or involving the heart and blood vessels

: used, designed, or performed to cause a temporary increase in heart rate <a cardiovascular workout>

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First Known Use: 1879

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