Definition of lymph
1 archaic : the sap of plants
2 [New Latin lympha, from Latin, water] : a usually clear coagulable fluid that passes from intercellular spaces of body tissue into the lymphatic vessels, is discharged into the blood by way of the thoracic duct, and resembles blood plasma in containing white blood cells and especially lymphocytes but normally few red blood cells and no platelets
Read the Latest from M-W
Origin and Etymology of lymph
Latin lympha, water goddess, water, perhaps modification of Greek nymphē nymph — more at nuptial
First Known Use: circa 1673
lymph-
lympho-
Definition of lymph-
: lymph : lymphatic tissue lymphogranuloma
Origin and Etymology of lymph-
New Latin lympha
LYMPH Defined for English Language Learners
lymph
playDefinition of lymph for English Language Learners
-
medical : a pale fluid that contains white blood cells and that passes through channels in the body and helps to keep bodily tissues healthy
LYMPH Defined for Kids
lymph
playDefinition of lymph for Students
: a clear liquid like blood without the red blood cells that nourishes the tissues and carries off wastes
Medical Dictionary
lymph
playMedical Definition of lymph
: a usually clear coagulable fluid that passes from intercellular spaces of body tissue into the lymphatic vessels, is discharged into the blood by way of the thoracic duct and right lymphatic duct, and resembles blood plasma in containing white blood cells and especially lymphocytes but normally few red blood cells and no platelets—see chyle; compare cerebrospinal fluid
Learn More about lymph
-
Spanish Central: Translation of lymph Nglish: Translation of lymph for Spanish speakers Britannica.com: Encyclopedia article about lymph
Seen and Heard
What made you want to look up lymph? Please tell us where you read or heard it (including the quote, if possible).
Writing? Check your grammar now!