lacteal
9 points
English
7 letters
Not in frequency data
Valid in: US and UK dictionaries
Definitions
noun
any of the lymphatic vessels that convey chyle from the small intestine to the thoracic duct
adjective
relating to or consisting of or producing or resembling milk
Definition: WordNet 3.1, Princeton University.
Word forms
plural lacteals
Forms from WordNet 3.1 morphology — every form attested in the dictionary.
Crossword clues
- “any of the lymphatic vessels that convey chyle from the small intestine to the thoracic duct” wn-def
- “One of the lymphatic vessels which convey chyle from the small intestine through the mesenteric glands to the thoracic duct; a chyliferous vessel.” web-def
- “relating to or consisting of or producing or resembling milk” wn-def
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