lymphoid

[ lim-foid ]

adjective

1. of, relating to, or resembling lymph.
2. of or relating to the tissue lymphoid tissue that occurs especially in the lymph glands, thymus, tonsils, and spleen and produces lymphocytes.

lymphoid

/ ˈlɪmfɔɪd /

adjective

1. of or resembling lymph, or relating to the lymphatic system

Word History and Origins

Origin of lymphoid¹

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

Example Sentences

In the majority of cases the spleen enlarges, and in rare instances lymphoid tumours may be found on its surface.

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Any lymphoid tissue in the body may be the seat of tuberculous disease, but the glands of the neck are the most commonly involved.

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The lymphocytes are derived from lymphoid tissue, wherever it exists in the different parts of the body.

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Think this over and if you do, you will write an order today for the Lymphoid Compound.

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Round cells, lymphoid cells, or whatever else they should be called, were seen in the connective tissue of the kidneys.

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