lymphoid

[ lim-foid ]

/ ˈlɪm fɔɪd /

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adjective

of, relating to, or resembling lymph.

of or relating to the tissue (lymphoid tissue ) that occurs especially in the lymph glands, thymus, tonsils, and spleen and produces lymphocytes.

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Origin of lymphoid

First recorded in 1865–70; lymph- + -oid

Words nearby lymphoid

lymphocytopenia, lymphocytosis, lymphogranuloma, lymphogranulomatosis, lymphography, lymphoid, lymphoid cell, lymphoid tissue, lymphokine, lymphokine-activated killer cell, lymphoma

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How to use lymphoid in a sentence

In the majority of cases the spleen enlarges, and in rare instances lymphoid tumours may be found on its surface.
Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 17, Slice 2|Various
Any lymphoid tissue in the body may be the seat of tuberculous disease, but the glands of the neck are the most commonly involved.
Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 17, Slice 2|Various
The lymphocytes are derived from lymphoid tissue, wherever it exists in the different parts of the body.
Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 4, Slice 1|Various
Think this over and if you do, you will write an order today for the Lymphoid Compound.
The Propaganda for Reform in Proprietary Medicines, Vol. 2 of 2|Various

Round cells, lymphoid cells, or whatever else they should be called, were seen in the connective tissue of the kidneys.
A System of Practical Medicine by American Authors, Vol. I|Various

British Dictionary definitions for lymphoid

lymphoid

/ (ˈlɪmfɔɪd) /

adjective

of or resembling lymph, or relating to the lymphatic system

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