Meaning of LYMPHATIC
Pronunciation: | | lim'fatik
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| Definition: | | [adj] of or relating to or produced by lymph |
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\Lym*phat"ic\, a. [L. lymphaticus distracted, frantic:
cf. F. lymphatique]
pertaining to, containing, or conveying lymph.
2. Madly enthusiastic; frantic. [Obs.] `` Lymphatic rapture.
'' --Sir T. Herbert. [See {Lymphate}.]
{Lymphatic gland} (Anat.), one of the solid glandlike bodies
connected with the lymphatics or the lacteals; -- called
also {lymphatic ganglion}, and {conglobate gland}.
{Lymphatic temperament} (Old Physiol.), a temperament in
which the lymphatic system seems to predominate, that is,
a system in which the complexion lacks color and the
tissues seem to be of loose texture; hence, a temperament
lacking energy, inactive, indisposed to exertion or
excitement. See {Temperament}.
\Lym*phat"ic\, n.
1. (Anat.) One of the lymphatic or absorbent vessels, which
carry lymph and discharge it into the veins; lymph duct;
lymphatic duct.
2. A mad enthusiast; a lunatic. [Obs.]
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