varix

noun var·ix \ˈva-riks\

plural var·i·ces \ˈva-rə-ˌsēz\

Definition of VARIX

: an abnormally dilated and lengthened vein, artery, or lymph vessel; especially : a varicose vein

Middle English, from Latin varic-, varix

First Known Use: 14th century

Medical Dictionary

noun var·ix \ˈvar-iks\

plural var·i·ces \ˈvar-ə-ˌsēz\

: an abnormally dilated and lengthened vein, artery, or lymph vessel; especially : varicose vein

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