lymph

noun

Pronunciation: /lɪmf/

Definition

A clear, yellowish fluid that circulates through the body's lymphatic vessels, carrying white blood cells to fight infection and removing waste from tissues.

Examples

• The surgeon carefully removed the nodes to check if the cancer had spread through the lymph.

• White blood cells travel through the lymph to reach areas of the body where they are needed most.

• A blockage in the vessels can cause fluid to build up, leading to swelling in the limbs.

Synonyms of lymph

Words with a similar meaning to lymph:

• fluid
• interstitial fluid

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