vascular system
nounUK /ˈvæskjʊlə ˈsɪstəm/
US /ˈvæskjələr ˈsɪstəm/
The body's network of tubes that carries blood around.
The vascular system keeps blood moving to every part of your body.
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OTHER MEANINGS
2. The system of tubes that carries water and food through a plant.
A tree's vascular system moves water from its roots to its leaves.
3. All the vessels that carry fluids through an animal's body.
Scientists studied the vascular system of the squid.
4. The network of channels in a machine or device that carries liquid or gas.
The engine's vascular system of pipes keeps it cool.