Associations to the word «Varicose»

Wiktionary

VARICOSE, adjective. Abnormally swollen, dilated or knotty
VARICOSE VEIN, noun. (pathology) An abnormally swollen or dilated vein
VARICOSE VEIN, noun. (in the plural) The medical condition of having such veins, especially in the legs
VARICOSE VEINS, noun. Plural of varicose vein

Dictionary definition

VARICOSE, adjective. Abnormally swollen or knotty; "varicose veins".

Wise words

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