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varicose vein

 

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Noun varicose vein has 1 sense
  1. varicose vein - a vein that is permanently dilated; most common in the legs
    --1 is a kind of
    vein, vena, venous blood vessel; varicosity

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Varicose Vein


Definition:

A varicose vein is a swollen, twisted vein that is visible just under the surface of the skin. It usually occurs in the legs but can also affect other parts of the body.

Sample Sentences:

Noun: I scheduled a doctor's appointment to treat my varicose vein.

Adjective: Her varicose veins were causing her discomfort and pain.

Verb: Age and genetics may contribute to the development of varicose veins.

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