Definition of Lymphatics. Meaning of Lymphatics. Synonyms of Lymphatics

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Definition of Lymphatics

Lymphatic
Lymphatic Lym*phat"ic, n. 1. (Anat.) One of the lymphatic or absorbent vessels, which carry lymph and discharge it into the veins; lymph duct; lymphatic duct. 2. A mad enthusiast; a lunatic. [Obs.]
Lymphatic
Lymphatic Lym*phat"ic, a. [L. lymphaticus distracted, frantic: cf. F. lymphatique] pertaining to, containing, or conveying lymph. 2. Madly enthusiastic; frantic. [Obs.] `` Lymphatic rapture. ' --Sir T. Herbert. [See Lymphate.] Lymphatic gland (Anat.), one of the solid glandlike bodies connected with the lymphatics or the lacteals; -- called also lymphatic ganglion, and conglobate gland. Lymphatic temperament (Old Physiol.), a temperament in which the lymphatic system seems to predominate, that is, a system in which the complexion lacks color and the tissues seem to be of loose texture; hence, a temperament lacking energy, inactive, indisposed to exertion or excitement. See Temperament.

Meaning of Lymphatics from wikipedia

- described here is seen only in larger lymphatics; smaller lymphatics have fewer layers. The smallest vessels (lymphatic or lymph capillaries) lack both the...
- collecting lymphatics, however, act to propel the lymph by the combined actions of the intraluminal valves and lymphatic muscle cells. Lymphatic tissues...
- of communication with the regular lymphatics. The cause for the failure of lymph sacs to connect with the lymphatic system is not known. Microscopically...
- Lymphatic filariasis is a human disease caused by parasitic worms known as filarial worms. Usually acquired in childhood, it is a leading cause of permanent...
- duct The lymphatics of the upper extremity The right and left bronchomediastinal lymph trunks The lymphatics of the lower extremity The lymphatics of the...
- Lymphatic disease is a class of disorders which directly affect the components of the lymphatic system. Examples include Castleman's disease and lymphedema...
- as lymphoedema and lymphatic edema, is a condition of localized swelling caused by a compromised lymphatic system. The lymphatic system functions as...
- fluid. These channels are the lymphatic channels, or simply lymphatics. Unlike the cardiovascular system, the lymphatic system is not closed. In some...
- The meningeal lymphatic vessels (or meningeal lymphatics) are a network of conventional lymphatic vessels located parallel to the dural venous sinuses...
- Subareolar lymphatic plexus, also known as Sappey's plexus is the lympatic drainage of the areola of the breast. It is a dense network of lympatics located...