blood vessel

noun

1. any of the vessels, as arteries, veins, or capillaries, through which the blood circulates.

blood vessel

noun

1. an artery, capillary, or vein

blood vessel

1. An elastic tube or passage in the body through which blood circulates; an artery, a vein, or a capillary.

Word History and Origins

Origin of blood vessel¹

First recorded in 1685–95

Example Sentences

Also, since the foetuses were attached to organs like the liver, kidneys and the intestines, they had to be extracted with great care so that no organs or blood vessels were damaged.

From BBC

When the medics released the valve, it moved into the aorta, a blood vessel in the heart.

From BBC

The BBC watched as he entered a full-body MRI scanner in an industrial park outside Reading, and detailed images of brain cells, blood vessels, bones and joints appeared on the screens.

From BBC

“It improves blood pressure, supports brain health, reduces insulin resistance and helps strengthen the blood vessels.”

From Los Angeles Times

This can cause mild symptoms such as an itchy heat rash or swollen feet, as blood vessels become leaky.

From BBC

Related Words

• artery 
• capillary 
• vein