Lymph Meaning in English

word

US

ˈɫɪmf

LIMF

UK

lˈɪmf

LIMF

Definition

A clear fluid in the body that travels through the lymphatic system and helps fight infection and remove waste.

Usage & Nuances

A scientific and medical term; not used in everyday conversation. Common collocations: 'lymph node', 'lymphatic system'. Do not confuse 'lymph' (fluid) with 'lymph node' (organ). Mostly appears in medical or biology contexts.

• Spanish: linfa
• Portuguese (BR): linfa
• Portuguese (PT): linfa
• Chinese (Simplified): 淋巴液
• Chinese (Traditional): 淋巴液
• Hindi: लसिका द्रव
• Arabic: اللمف
• Bengali: লসিকা
• Russian: лимфа
• Japanese: リンパ液
• Vietnamese: bạch huyết
• Korean: 림프액
• Turkish: lenf sıvısı
• Urdu: لمف
• Indonesian: getah bening

Example Sentences

The lymph flows through tiny vessels called lymphatic vessels.

basic

Lymph carries white blood cells that help fight infection.

basic

Doctors study lymph to understand immune system problems.

basic

Swelling can happen if lymph does not drain properly.

natural

They took a sample of lymph for lab tests.

natural

Your body needs lymph to get rid of bacteria and toxins.

natural