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Word of the Day Wednesday, June 10, 2026

capillaries

/kæpɪˈleɪriːz/ noun · British & US
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What does capillaries mean?

noun

Very small blood vessels that are part of the circulatory system, allowing the exchange of oxygen, nutrients, and waste products between the blood and the tissues.

Example

"The doctor examined the patient's capillaries to diagnose the underlying cause of the illness."

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