lymph
Definitions
A colorless fluid containing white blood cells that bathes the tissues and drains through the lymphatic system into the bloodstream.
A clear, yellowish liquid derived from blood plasma that circulates through the lymphatic vessels.
Examples
The lymphatic system helps transport lymph throughout the body to fight off infections.
After the injury, clear lymph began to drain from the small wound on her arm.
Lymph nodes often swell when the body is actively responding to a viral or bacterial threat.
Synonyms
interstitial fluid tissue fluid chyle serum plasma bodily fluid