blood vessel

noun

: any of the vessels through which blood circulates in the body

Examples of blood vessel in a Sentence

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Marijuana smokers had lower NO levels in the endothelial cells compared to non-users, suggesting that regular marijuana use could impair endothelial function and blood vessel health. Paul McClure 31, New Atlas, 31 May 2025 Evidence shows that nitrates help relax and dilate blood vessels, increasing blood flow and oxygen to your heart, brain, and other organs and tissues. Lauren Panoff, Verywell Health, 30 May 2025 The virus that causes COVID can affect the vascular endothelium - specialized cells that line blood vessels and help with blood flow, Rasmussen said. Jackie Fortiér, NPR, 30 May 2025 The bacteria can damage blood vessels and cause clots that destroy the kidneys, leading to strokes and comas. Stephanie Armour, Miami Herald, 29 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for blood vessel

Word History

First Known Use

1655, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of blood vessel was in 1655

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“Blood vessel.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/blood%20vessel. Accessed 6 Jun. 2025.

Kids Definition

blood vessel

noun
: a vessel (as an artery or vein) in which blood circulates in the body of an animal

Medical Definition

blood vessel

noun
: any of the vessels through which blood circulates in the body

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