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capillary

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Definitions

n.

A tiny blood vessel connecting arteries to veins; a very narrow tube through which liquid can be drawn by capillary action.

毛细血管；毛细管

adj.

Of or relating to a very narrow tube or hair-like structure; caused by surface tension.

毛细管的；毛状的

🧩 Root Breakdown

Root-derived
capillroot
+
aryrelating to, connected with
=capillary

Common Collocations

  • 1.blood capillary毛细血管
  • 2.capillary action毛细管现象
  • 3.capillary tube毛细管

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    Capillary blood vessels carry blood to the tissues throughout the body.

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