Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
venous
Adjective
/ˈviː.nəs/
Definition
Relating to veins.
Examples
- The venous system is responsible for returning deoxygenated blood to the heart.
- He suffered from venous insufficiency, which caused swelling in his legs.
- Doctors often assess the venous structure during medical examinations.
Meaning
Venous refers to anything that is connected to or characteristic of veins, which are the blood vessels that carry blood toward the heart.
Synonyms
- Vein-related
- Vascular
- Blood-carrying
