venulae

/vɛnˈuːli/ (ven-OO-lee)

Definitions

1. noun

Plural of venule; a small blood vessel, especially one that carries blood from capillaries back to larger veins.

“The tiny network of venulae in the liver plays a crucial role in detoxification processes.”

Synonyms

  • capillary vessels
  • venules

Antonyms

  • arteries
  • arterioles