avascular

/ˌævæˈskjʊlər, ˌævˈskjʊlər/

Definitions

1. adjective

lacking blood vessels or having no blood supply

“The avascular tissue in the plant was unable to undergo photosynthesis.”

2. noun

a region of tissue that is avascular

“The doctor examined the avascular area of the patient’s brain.”

Synonyms

  • ischemic
  • vascularly impaired

Antonyms

  • vascular
  • vascularized