Lymph: meaning, definitions and examples

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lymph

 

[ lษชmf ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

biology, medicine

Lymph is a clear fluid that circulates through the lymphatic system, which is part of the body's immune system. It contains white blood cells, particularly lymphocytes, which are essential for immune responses. Lymph originates from interstitial fluid that surrounds cells and transports nutrients, waste products, and pathogens. The lymphatic system plays a critical role in maintaining fluid balance in the body and in protecting against infections.

Synonyms

interstitial fluid, lymphatic fluid, tissue fluid

Examples of usage

  • Lymph nodes filter harmful substances from lymph.
  • Swollen lymph nodes can indicate infection.
  • Lymphatic drainage helps remove toxins.
  • Lymph contains immune cells that fight infections.

Translations

Translations of the word "lymph" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น linfa

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฒเคฟเคฎเฅเคซ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Lymphe

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ limfa

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะปั–ะผั„ะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ limfa

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒชใƒณใƒ‘

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท lymphe

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ linfa

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท lenf

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋ฆผํ”„

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู„ูŠู…ูุง

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ lymfa

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ lymfa

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆท‹ๅทด

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ limfa

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ vessa

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะปะธะผั„ะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒšแƒ˜แƒ›แƒคแƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ limfa

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ linfa

Etymology

The term 'lymph' originates from the Latin word 'lympha,' which means 'water goddess' or 'clear water.' This word was used to describe the clear fluid that flows through the lymphatic vessels. The understanding of lymph and its functions began to develop in the 16th century when anatomists discovered the lymphatic system's network. Over the centuries, further research revealed the importance of lymph in the immune response and the maintenance of bodily fluids. Lymphatic vessels and nodes were mapped out, leading to a greater comprehension of how lymph circulates throughout the body and its role in health and disease. The modern study of lymphatics has advanced significantly with the advent of microscopy and immunology, revealing complexities in the lymphatic system that continue to be explored today.

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