vessels (B1)
noun
Pronunciation: /ˈvesəlz/
Definition
A tube or duct in the body that carries blood, lymph, or other fluids.
Examples
The surgeon carefully repaired the damaged blood vessels.
High blood pressure can harm your arteries and other vessels.
The body has a complex network of vessels to transport nutrients.
How to Use vessels
- vessel for (prepositional phrase)
- A container or tube used to hold or transport something. — "This jug is a useful vessel for serving water."
- vessel containing (collocation)
- A container that holds a specific substance. — "The museum displayed a ceremonial vessel containing ancient ashes."
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