Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
vena
noun
ˈviː.nə
Definition
A vein; specifically, a blood vessel that carries blood towards the heart.
Examples
- Vena cava is the largest vein in the human body.
- The venae are crucial for returning blood to the heart.
- Blockage in the vena can lead to serious health issues.
Meaning
In anatomy, a vena refers to a type of blood vessel that transports deoxygenated blood back to the heart after it has circulated through the body.
Synonyms
- vein
- vessel
- blood vessel
