blood vessel

noun

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

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And recent data from a trial that Cherney is involved in, called REMODEL, show that semaglutide reduces damage to kidney blood vessel linings, decreases the activity of natural killer cells (white blood cells that destroy diseased cells), and increases fat loss from stores surrounding the kidneys. Tara Haelle, Scientific American, 17 Mar. 2026 The oil has many benefits, including improving gut health, providing antioxidants, and lowering the risk of heart and blood vessel disease. Kirstyn Hill, Health, 16 Mar. 2026 The ingredient, a vasoconstrictor, tightens blood vessels beneath the eyes—in turn, deflating puffiness and tightening skin’s appearance. Sophie Wirt, InStyle, 14 Mar. 2026 Matcha can lower the risk of heart and blood vessel issues. Mark Gurarie, Verywell Health, 12 Mar. 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 20 Mar. 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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