cardiovascular
adjective
car·dio·vas·cu·lar
ˌkär-dē-ō-ˈva-skyə-lər 
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
cardiovascularly
adverb
cardiovascularly fit
Examples of cardiovascular in a Sentence
running, swimming, and other cardiovascular exercises
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Deidre McPhillips, CNN Money, 7 Aug. 2025
Previous long-term studies have confirmed a link between cardiovascular disease in adulthood and higher screen time in teens.
—Dr. Jennifer Miao, ABC News, 6 Aug. 2025
Goji berries boast a wealth of potential benefits; some studies note goji berries may offer support for your eyesight, cardiovascular health, immunity and more, according to a 2022 review.
—Caroline C. Boyle, USA Today, 4 Aug. 2025
Emergency departments see more cardiovascular related visits after smoky days.
—Alejandra Borunda, NPR, 4 Aug. 2025
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“Cardiovascular.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/cardiovascular. Accessed 21 Aug. 2025.
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cardiovascular
adjective
car·dio·vas·cu·lar
ˌkärd-ē-ō-ˈvas-kyə-lər
: of, relating to, or involving the heart and blood vessels
cardiovascular disease
Medical Definition
cardiovascular
1 of 2 adjective
car·dio·vas·cu·lar
-ˈvas-kyə-lər
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
cardiovascularly
adverb
cardiovascularly fit
cardiovascular
2 of 2 noun
: a substance (as a drug) that affects the heart or blood vessels
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