blood vessel

noun

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

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Excessive bleeding, blood vessel blockages and infections are leading causes. ABC News, 4 Mar. 2026 Blood pressure, high blood sugar, smoking, poor sleep and stress all affect blood vessel health. Dr. Jamin Brahmbhatt, CNN Money, 4 Mar. 2026 Improved blood vessel function leads to a healthier heart. Sheah Rarback, Miami Herald, 3 Mar. 2026 When blood vessels relax, the pressure inside them decreases. Carrie Madormo, Health, 3 Mar. 2026 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 10 Mar. 2026.

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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