Dictionary

1lymphatic

adjective lym·phat·ic \lim-ˈfa-tik\

Definition of LYMPHATIC

1
a :  of, relating to, or produced by lymph, lymphoid tissue, or lymphocytes
b :  conveying lymph
2
:  lacking physical or mental energy :  sluggish
lym·phat·i·cal·ly \-ti-k(ə-)lē\ adverb
ADVERTISEMENT

First Known Use of LYMPHATIC

1649

2lymphatic

noun

Definition of LYMPHATIC

:  a vessel that contains or conveys lymph —called also lymph vessel

First Known Use of LYMPHATIC

1667
LYMPHATIC Defined for Kids

lymphatic

adjective lym·phat·ic \lim-ˈfa-tik\

Definition of LYMPHATIC for Kids

:  relating to or carrying lymph <a lymphatic duct>

Browse

2 ENTRIES FOUND:
Next Word in the Dictionary: lymphatic systemPrevious Word in the Dictionary: lymphangitis ulcerosaAll Words Near: lymphatic
ADVERTISEMENT
How to use a word that (literally) drives some people nuts.
Test your vocab with our fun, fast game
Ailurophobia, and 9 other unusual fears