thoracic duct en · NOUN
Meanings
- A major vessel of the lymphatic system that originates in the abdomen and drains into the blood circulation at the commencement of the left brachiocephalic vein.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| thoracic ducts | Number=Plur | lexicographic |
Translations (6)
hu mellvezeték (major vessel of the lymphatic system) · fr canal thoracique (major vessel of the lymphatic system) · fi rintatiehyt (major vessel of the lymphatic system) · fr conduit thoracique (major vessel of the lymphatic system) · de Ductus thoracicus (major vessel of the lymphatic system) · ru грудно́й прото́к (major vessel of the lymphatic system)