phleboidal

/flɛbɔɪdəl/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or resembling a varicose vein

“The phleboidal veins on her legs were a sign of poor circulation.”

2. noun

a vein that is varicose or has a similar appearance

“The doctor examined the phleboidal vein on her patient’s leg.”

Synonyms

  • varicose
  • vascular

Antonyms

  • arterial