cardiovascular
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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
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In pursuit of health and the human condition, initiatives include research into aging, hypoxia and cancer; blood vessel function; lessening chemotherapy’s side effects; and cardiovascular issues in older adults. — Richard Greene, star-telegram, "UT Arlington has bragging rights," 21 May 2018 EnhanceFitness The class focuses on cardiovascular exercise, strength training, balance and flexibility for active seniors. — Mary Lou Cruz, Sun-Sentinel.com, "Deerfield Beach area events July 18-28," 13 July 2018 The cause was hypertensive cardiovascular disease, said her son, Jonathan Schiller. — Olesia Plokhii, Washington Post, "Patricia Schiller, prominent sex therapist, dies at 104," 8 July 2018 The best way to prevent fatty liver is to make positive lifestyle changes: Engage in 30 minutes of cardiovascular exercise a day. — Ronald Concha-parra, Philly.com, "Q&A: Am I at risk for fatty liver disease?," 23 June 2018 Inflammation, in turn, is associated with a number of chronic diseases - including cardiovascular disease, type 2 diabetes and some forms of cancer. — Carrie Dennett, chicagotribune.com, "Could walking barefoot on grass improve your health? Some science suggests it can.," 11 July 2018 While her cardiovascular fitness is strong, her right foot is still sore. — Rhiannon Russell, Outside Online, "How Hillary Allen Overcame a Traumatic Injury," 21 June 2018 Fun-n-Fitness is an invigorating class that helps to improve stamina, strength, muscle tone, and cardiovascular fitness. — Courant Community, "Community News For The Wethersfield Edition," 3 Apr. 2018 In 1968, Swedish researchers evaluated the cardiovascular fitness of 191 women ages 38 to 60, testing their endurance with an ergometer cycling test. — Nicholas Bakalar, New York Times, "Fitness in Midlife May Help Fend Off Dementia," 28 Mar. 2018These example sentences are selected automatically from various online news sources to reflect current usage of the word 'cardiovascular.' Views expressed in the examples do not represent the opinion of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
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cardiovascular
adjective
English Language Learners Definition of cardiovascular
medical : of or relating to the heart and blood vessels
: causing the heart to beat faster and harder for a period of time
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cardiovascular
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Medical Definition of cardiovascular
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1 : of, relating to, or involving the heart and blood vessels cardiovascular disease the cardiovascular system
2 : used, designed, or performed to cause a temporary increase in heart rate (as to improve heart function and reduce the risk of heart disease) a cardiovascular workout treadmills, stationary bicycles, and other cardiovascular equipment
cardiovascular
nounMedical Definition of cardiovascular (Entry 2 of 2)
: a substance (as a drug) that affects the heart or blood vessels
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