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capillary

noun

/ˈkæpɪˌlɛri/

Meaning

a very thin blood vessel that connects arteries and veins

Oxygen passes from the blood into tissues through capillaries.

blood vessel, vein, artery, vessel

artery (comparative), vein (comparative)

capillary action, capillary blood, capillary tube

a person who has studied a subject for a long time and knows a lot about it; an academic

the quality of evoking a keen sense of sadness or regret; emotionally touching

Money, especially when gained dishonorably.

A ridiculous but amusing person; a clown or jester.

An assistant or helper, especially to an important person.

The chief legal officer of a state or country.