deoxygenated

adjective

de·​ox·​y·​gen·​at·​ed (ˌ)dē-ˈäk-si-jə-ˌnā-təd How to pronounce deoxygenated (audio)
ˌdē-äk-ˈsi-jə-
: having the hemoglobin in the reduced state

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The vena cava is the largest vein in the body, carrying deoxygenated blood to the heart from the upper body parts (superior vena cava) and lower body parts (inferior vena cava). Colleen Doherty, Verywell Health, 2 Dec. 2024 This leads to a buildup of deoxygenated blood, resulting in a purple appearance. Julie Stewart, Men's Health, 21 July 2023

Word History

First Known Use

1799, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of deoxygenated was in 1799

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“Deoxygenated.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/deoxygenated. Accessed 6 Jan. 2025.

Medical Definition

deoxygenated

adjective
de·​ox·​y·​gen·​at·​ed
: having the hemoglobin in the reduced state
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