venose

/ˈvɛnoʊs, ˈvɛnɔʊs/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or resembling veins; especially relating to or characterized by prominent or visible veins

“The artist’s use of venose brushstrokes added texture to the painting.”

2. noun

a venose structure or feature

“The venose tissue in her arm was visible due to the sunburn.”

Synonyms

  • vascular
  • venous

Antonyms

  • arterial
  • arteriovenous