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varix
 

Definitions from WordNet

Noun varix has 1 sense
  1. varix - abnormally enlarged or twisted blood vessel or lymphatic vessel
    --1 is a kind of     abnormality, abnormalcy, abnormal condition
    --1 has particulars: varicosity

Definitions from the Web

Varix

Noun:

  1. A dilated or swollen vein, typically in the legs or esophagus.
  2. An enlarged or tortuous blood vessel.

Example sentences:

  1. She had varicose veins, with prominent varices on her legs.
  2. The doctor diagnosed him with esophageal varices.

Adjective:

  1. Relating to or affected by varices.

Example sentence:

  1. Her varix condition required medical treatment.

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