English

Noun

Diagram of a female's lymphatic system.

lymphatic system ‎(uncountable)

1. (anatomy) In mammals, including humans, a network of lymph vessels and lymph nodes that transport fluid, fats, proteins, and lymphocytes to the bloodstream as lymph, and remove microorganisms and other debris from tissues.

Synonyms

• lymph system
• lymphoid system
• systema lymphaticum

Translations

See also

• glymphatic system