Lymph

Pronunciation: /lɪmf/

Definitions of lymph

noun A colorless fluid containing white blood cells, that bathes the tissues and drains through the lymphatic system into the bloodstream.

Example Sentences

A1 The lymph carries white blood cells to fight off infections.

A2 Swollen lymph nodes can be a sign of illness or infection.

B1 The lymphatic system helps to remove toxins and waste from the body.

B2 Lymphocytes are a type of white blood cell found in the lymph.

C1 Lymphadenopathy is the medical term for swollen lymph nodes.

C2 The lymphatic system plays a crucial role in maintaining the body's immune response.

Examples of lymph in a Sentence

formal The lymphatic system is responsible for transporting lymph throughout the body.

informal I heard that swollen lymph nodes could be a sign of infection.

slang My lymph is acting up again, I think I need to see a doctor.

figurative His words flowed through my mind like lymph, spreading their influence everywhere.

Grammatical Forms of lymph

• past tense: lymphed
• plural: lymphs
• comparative: more lymph
• superlative: most lymph
• present tense: lymphs
• future tense: will lymph
• perfect tense: have lymphed
• continuous tense: is lymphing
• singular: lymph
• positive degree: lymph
• infinitive: to lymph
• gerund: lymphing
• participle: lymphed

Origin and Evolution of lymph

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: Greek

Story behind the word: The word 'lymph' originated from the ancient Greek word 'lympha' which means clear spring water or the goddess of water.

Evolution of the word: Originally used in the context of water or fluid, the term 'lymph' evolved to refer to the clear fluid that circulates in the lymphatic system of the body, carrying immune cells and draining waste products.