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avascular

/eɪˈvæs.kjə.lər/

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adjective

/eɪˈvæs.kjə.lər/C2formalmedical
  • ruТехнический термин, описывающий ткань или структуру, лишённую кровеносных сосудов.

A technical term describing a tissue or structure that lacks blood vessels.

  1. Lacking blood vesselsC1formalmedical

    Describes a tissue or structure that does not contain blood vessels, such as cartilage or the cornea.

    ruБессосудистый

    • Cartilage is an avascular tissue, which is why it heals slowly.
    • The cornea of the eye is avascular and receives nutrients from tears.
    • Avascular necrosis occurs when bone tissue dies due to lack of blood supply.

    Antonymsvascular

Forms
  • more avascular comparative form
  • most avascular superlative form