Pronunciation: /lækˈtiːəl/
noun a lacteal vessel, duct, or gland
A1 Milk is a common lacteal product.
A2 The lacteal glands in mammals produce milk for their young.
B1 The doctor explained the function of the lacteal system in the body.
B2 The lacteal vessels transport nutrients from the small intestine.
C1 Researchers are studying the role of lacteal lymphatic vessels in lipid absorption.
C2 The complex network of lacteal capillaries plays a crucial role in the digestive process.
adjective relating to or resembling milk; milky
A1 The baby drank from the lacteal bottle.
A2 The lacteal fluid provides essential nutrients for the newborn calf.
B1 The lacteal glands in mammals produce milk for their young.
B2 The lacteal ducts transport milk from the mammary glands to the nipples.
C1 The lacteal system in the body plays a crucial role in nutrient absorption.
C2 The lacteal vessels are part of the lymphatic system and help in the absorption of fats.
formal The lacteal ducts in the breast transport milk from the alveoli to the nipple.
informal I learned in biology class that lacteal ducts are responsible for carrying milk in the breast.
slang I heard that drinking milk can help keep your lacteals healthy.
figurative The artist used a combination of white and cream colors to create a lacteal effect in the painting.
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