vein
Meaning
A vein is a type of blood vessel that carries deoxygenated blood towards the heart, distinguished from arteries by its thinner walls and the presence of valves that prevent backflow; in a broader context, the term can also refer to a distinctive quality o
💡 While "vein" primarily refers to a physiological structure, its metaphorical use in literature or discourse can lead to ambiguity; it is important to clarify the context to avoid confusion.
Example Sentences
Word in Context
She
sat
quietly
in
the
clinic
and
rolled
up
her
sleeve
,
watching
the
nurse
inspect
her
forearm
to
find
a
suitable
vein
.
The
nurse
smiled
and
said
the
vein
was
prominent
after
she
made
a
fist
,
so
the
blood
draw
should
be
straightforward
.
Although
she
had
been
nervous
before
the
appointment
,
the
calm
manner
and
clear
explanation
reassured
her
.
The
procedure
took
only
a
few
minutes
,
and
the
nurse
applied
a
small
bandage
while
advising
her
to
rest
briefly
and
drink
some
water
.
By
the
time
she
left
the
clinic
she
felt
only
a
faint
tenderness
where
the
needle
had
been
,
and
she
reflected
on
how
much
easier
such
routine
checks
become
when
staff
are
competent
and
considerate
.
Common Phrases
venous system
deep vein thrombosis
vein of thought
Synonyms
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