blood vessel

noun

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

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Studies show that nose breathing boosts nitric oxide, a chemical that opens blood vessels, allowing for better blood flow, and delivers more oxygen to your body, which improves breathing.2 4. Sohaib Imtiaz, Verywell Health, 21 Mar. 2025 The finch uses its sharp beak to peck at the skin of the seabird around the neck or back, puncturing blood vessels to access the blood. Scott Travers, Forbes, 18 Mar. 2025 Researchers note that pecans contain polyphenols, which may help keep blood vessels healthy by reducing inflammation. Dan Perry, Newsweek, 18 Mar. 2025 This newer approach uses mild electrical pulses to promote blood vessel growth and improve circulation. Mark Gurarie, Health, 14 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for blood vessel

Word History

First Known Use

1655, in the meaning defined above

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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 31 Mar. 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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