venule

noun

ve·nule | \ ˈvēn-(ˌ)yül,

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Definition of venule

: a small vein especially : any of the minute veins connecting the capillaries with the larger systemic veins

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The first known use of venule was circa 1850

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venule

noun

ve·nule | \ ˈvēn-(ˌ)yü(ə)l,

\

Medical Definition of venule

: a small vein especially : any of the minute veins connecting the capillaries with the larger systemic veins

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