cardiovascular
car·dio·vas·cu·lar
adj \-ˈvas-kyə-lər\Definition of CARDIOVASCULAR
1
: of, relating to, or involving the heart and blood vessels
2
: used, designed, or performed to cause a temporary increase in heart rate <a cardiovascular workout>
See Examples of CARDIOVASCULAR
- running, swimming, and other cardiovascular exercises
Origin of CARDIOVASCULAR
International Scientific Vocabulary
First Known Use: 1879
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