Cardiovascular: meaning, definitions and examples

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cardiovascular

 

[ ˌkɑː.di.oʊˈvæs.kjə.lər ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

medical

Relating to the heart and blood vessels.

Synonyms

circulatory, heart-related

Examples of usage

  • The doctor specializes in cardiovascular diseases.
  • She has a family history of cardiovascular problems.
Context #2 | Noun

fitness

Relating to exercises that specifically target the heart and blood vessels, such as running, swimming, or cycling.

Synonyms

aerobic, cardio

Examples of usage

  • He incorporates cardiovascular workouts into his fitness routine.
  • Cardiovascular exercise helps improve overall health and endurance.

Translations

Translations of the word "cardiovascular" in other languages:

🇵🇹 cardiovascular

🇮🇳 हृदयवाहिका

🇩🇪 kardiovaskulär

🇮🇩 kardiovaskular

🇺🇦 серцево-судинний

🇵🇱 sercowo-naczyniowy

🇯🇵 心血管

🇫🇷 cardiovasculaire

🇪🇸 cardiovascular

🇹🇷 kardiyovasküler

🇰🇷 심혈관

🇸🇦 قلبي وعائي

🇨🇿 kardiovaskulární

🇸🇰 kardiovaskulárny

🇨🇳 心血管

🇸🇮 kardiovaskularni

🇮🇸 hjarta- og æðakerfis

🇰🇿 жүрек-қан тамыр

🇬🇪 კარდიოვასკულარული

🇦🇿 kardiovaskulyar

🇲🇽 cardiovascular

Etymology

The term 'cardiovascular' originates from the combination of 'cardio' referring to the heart and 'vascular' relating to blood vessels. The study of the cardiovascular system dates back centuries, with advancements in understanding its functions and diseases leading to significant improvements in medical treatments. Today, cardiovascular health is a crucial aspect of overall well-being, with emphasis on preventive measures through exercise, diet, and medical interventions.

Word Frequency Rank

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