lymph node

noun

: any of the rounded masses of lymphoid tissue that are surrounded by a capsule of connective tissue, are distributed along the lymphatic vessels, and contain numerous lymphocytes which filter the flow of lymph passing through the node

Examples of lymph node in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

First, a little anatomy lesson to clarify why lymph nodes are so prone to bulging. —Erica Sloan, SELF, 30 Oct. 2024

Here are a few things to expect if you get checked out for a swollen lymph node. —Erica Sloan, SELF, 30 Oct. 2024

Common signs and symptoms of breast cancer include a new lump or mass in the breast, breast or nipple pain, nipple retraction, nipple discharge, skin dimpling, swelling or redness around the breast as well as swollen lymph nodes under the arm. —Omer Awan, Forbes, 20 Oct. 2024

Itchy Skin or Rash Itchy skin or a rash can be a sign of metastatic breast cancer when the cancer has spread to the skin or lymph nodes. —Julie Scott, Msn, People.com, 2 Oct. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

1892, in the meaning defined above

Kids Definition

lymph node

noun

: one of the rounded masses of tissue occurring along the lymphatic vessels and containing lymphocytes which filter the flow of lymph

called also lymph gland

Medical Definition

lymph node

noun

: any of the rounded masses of lymphoid tissue that are surrounded by a capsule of connective tissue, are distributed along the lymphatic vessels, and contain numerous lymphocytes which filter the flow of lymph passing through the node

called also lymph gland