cardiovascular

American  

[kahr-dee-oh-vas-kyuh-ler] / ˌkɑr di oʊˈvæs kyə lər /

adjective

Anatomy.

1. of, relating to, or affecting the heart and blood vessels.

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cardiovascular British  

/ ˌkɑːdɪəʊˈvæskjʊlə /

adjective

1. of or relating to the heart and the blood vessels

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cardiovascular Scientific  

/ kär′dē-ō-văs′kyə-lər /

1. Relating to or involving the heart and blood vessels.

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cardiovascular Cultural  

1. A descriptive term for the heart and the blood vessels.

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Etymology

Origin of cardiovascular

First recorded in 1875–80; cardio- + vascular

Example Sentences

But Dallas general manager Nico Harrison deemed his cardiovascular fitness below standard and sent him packing.

From The Wall Street Journal

The company said the drug is indicated to reduce excess body weight, maintain weight long-term, and lower the risk of major adverse cardiovascular events.

From The Wall Street Journal

The connection between walking patterns and cardiovascular disease was even more pronounced.

From Science Daily

These include improved markers of cardiovascular health when compared with omnivorous diets that include meat, fish, and other animal-derived foods.

From Science Daily

Its goal is to develop new therapies for widespread conditions such as cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and cancer.

From Science Daily