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Entry 4 senses · 2 variants Webster, 1913

Lymphatic

/lĭmˌ-făt'-ĭk/ · Lym·phat·ic · IPA /lɪmˈfæ.tɪk/
01 a. pertaining to, containing, or conveying lymph.
  1. 1.
    pertaining to, containing, or conveying lymph.
  2. 2.
    Madly enthusiastic; frantic.[Obs.]
Phrases & compounds
Lymphatic gland — one of the solid glandlike bodies connected with the lymphatics or the lacteals; -- called also lymphatic ganglion, and conglobate gland.
Lymphatic temperament — a temperament in which the lymphatic system seems to predominate, that is, a system in which the complexion lacks color and the tissues seem to be of loose texture; hence, a temperament lacking energy, inactive, indisposed to exertion or excitement. See Temperament.
02 n. One of the lymphatic or absorbent vessels, which carry lymph and discharge it into the veins; lymph duct; lymphatic duct.
  1. 1.
    One of the lymphatic or absorbent vessels, which carry lymph and discharge it into the veins; lymph duct; lymphatic duct.(Anat.)
  2. 2.
    A mad enthusiast; a lunatic.[Obs.]