blood vessel

noun

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

Examples of blood vessel in a Sentence

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Nitrate-rich vegetables like leafy greens and beets support nitric oxide production which dilates blood vessels. Allison Palmer, Miami Herald, 28 May 2026 The sepsis led to disseminated intravascular coagulation (DIC), which causes abnormal clotting throughout blood vessels in the body. Alex Andrejev, New York Times, 27 May 2026 This occurs when rubbing breaks a small blood vessel on the surface of the eye and makes the eye appear very red. Neelam Patadia, The Conversation, 27 May 2026 Whole wheat bread contains nutrients like magnesium, potassium, and B vitamins that help relax blood vessels and reduce inflammation, supporting healthier blood pressure. Md Published, Verywell Health, 26 May 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 4 Jun. 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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