chyliform

/ˈtʃaɪlɪfɔrm/

Definitions

1. adjective

Resembling or having the properties of chyle; containing chyle or chylous fluid.

“The doctor observed that the patient’s lymphatic system was chyliform in its response to the infection.”

2. noun

A chyliform or chylous secretion or fluid.

“The doctor ordered a blood test to check for chyliform fluid in the patient’s abdomen.”

Synonyms

  • chylous
  • lymphatic

Antonyms

  • albuminous
  • serous