Varicose Vein (Noun)
Meaning
A vein that is permanently dilated; most common in the legs.
Classification
Nouns denoting body parts.
Examples
- I was diagnosed with a varicose vein on my left leg after a lengthy examination by my doctor.
- She was self-conscious about wearing shorts because of the prominent varicose vein on her calf.
- Some people experience pain and discomfort due to varicose veins in their legs.
- The specialist recommended wearing compression stockings to help alleviate the discomfort caused by my varicose vain.
- Treatments for spider veins are often tailored to prevent the development of larger varicose veins.