bloodstream

/ˈblɪdˌstriːm/

Definitions

1. noun

the flow of blood through the blood vessels, especially in the body as a whole.

“After the surgery, she was told to rest and allow her bloodstream to recover.”

2. noun

a particular type of blood, especially in a person’s body at a particular time.

“The doctor ordered a blood test to analyze the bloodstream of the patient.”

Synonyms

  • circulatory system
  • venous system

Antonyms

  • arterial system