vein

[veɪn]

vein Definition

  • 1a blood vessel that carries blood towards the heart
  • 2a long, narrow mark or band that is different in color from the surface it is on

Using vein: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "vein" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The blood was drawn from a vein in her arm.

  • Example

    The marble has veins of blue and gray.

  • Example

    The miner followed a vein of gold deep into the earth.

  • Example

    She spoke with a vein of anger in her voice.

vein Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for vein

Phrases with vein

  • similarly or in a related manner

    Example

    In the same vein, we should also consider the environmental impact of the project.

  • in someone's veins

    part of someone's nature or character

    Example

    Music seems to run in his veins; he comes from a family of musicians.

  • varicose veins

    enlarged and twisted veins, usually in the legs

    Example

    She had to wear compression stockings to help with her varicose veins.

Origins of vein

from Old English 'fægn', meaning 'joyful, glad, cheerful'

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Summary: vein in Brief

A 'vein' [veɪn] is a type of blood vessel that carries blood towards the heart. It can also refer to a long, narrow mark or band that is different in color from the surface it is on. Examples include 'The blood was drawn from a vein in her arm.' and 'The marble has veins of blue and gray.' Phrases like 'in the same vein' indicate similarity, while 'in someone's veins' refers to something being part of their nature.

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