Vascular (en. Vascular)
/ˈvæskjʊlər/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
adjective
Pertaining to or relating to blood vessels.
The vascular system is essential for nutrient transport.
El sistema vascular es fundamental para el transporte de nutrientes.
Composed of vessels.
Vascular tissues help in the circulation of sap in plants.
Los tejidos vasculares ayudan en la circulación de la savia en las plantas.
Related to structures that involve blood or other liquids.
Vascular disease mainly affects the arteries.
La enfermedad vascular afecta principalmente a las arterias.
Etymology
From Latin 'vascularis', meaning 'of the vessels'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
vascular disease
Conditions that affect blood vessels.
enfermedad vascular
vascular system
A set of blood vessels that circulate blood.
sistema vascular
vascular damage
Injury or alteration in blood vessels.
daño vascular
Related Words
vessel
Duct that transports liquids in the body.
vaso
circulation
Movement of fluids through the body.
circulación
artery
Blood vessel that carries blood from the heart to other parts of the body.
arteria
Slang Meanings
Said of someone who has a lot of energy or strength.
That guy is vascular, he never gets tired.
Ese tipo es vascular, nunca se cansa.