Lymphatic - Dictionary Definition and Overview

Lymphatic :  adj : of or relating to or produced by lymph

Based on WordNet 2.0

Lymphatic : \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.]

Based on Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary

Lymphatic : \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.

Based on Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary

Lymphatic :  Lymphatic: 1. One of the nymph ).



Based on Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary (1913)

Example Usage of Lymphatic

Slow_DownLindz: @rhymesblack well just got told She's in the hospital a few more days to watch. Lymphatic Colitis
ChanelleAte: @MizFitOnline oh mannn I want one real bad now. Esp after reading how its good for the Lymphatic system and a bunch of other stuff!
stjulia: @paranormalteam I wish you were off, sorry! Yes, I am afraid so, it is throughout her Lymphatic system. Not good at all.
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