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

Alongside a loss of voice, this cancer can also cause painful swallowing, sore throat, ear pain, and swollen lymph nodes in the neck.8 Neurological Problems Problems with the parts of the brain or nerves that regulate vocal cords can cause a type of aphonia called neurogenic aphonia. —Mark Gurarie, Health, 14 Sep. 2024

The black plague killed about 25 million people in Europe during Middle Ages — and currently affects about five to 15 people each year in the U.S. Symptoms include swollen lymph nodes in the groin, armpits, or neck; high fever; chills, and muscle cramps. —Allison Futterman, Discover Magazine, 10 Sep. 2024

The infection can produce fever, respiratory symptoms, muscle aches and swollen lymph nodes, as well as a rash on the hands, feet, chest, mouth or genitals. —Joshua P. Cohen, Forbes, 8 Sep. 2024

The illness is often accompanied by fever, headache, muscle aches, back pain, low energy and swollen lymph nodes. —Reuters, NBC News, 14 Aug. 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