Varicose
adjective
Used for describing veins that have become swollen and twisted.
He suffers from varicose veins in his legs.
Often appears as...
- varicose veins
- varicose vein treatment
Usage tips
Technical
adjective
Used for describing veins that have become swollen and twisted.
He suffers from varicose veins in his legs.
Often appears as...
- varicose veins
- varicose vein treatment
Usage tips
Technical
Definition 1 of 1
Pro Tip 1/3Medical Condition
The term 'varicose' specifically relates to a medical issue involving veins, usually in the legs.
My grandmother went to the clinic for her varicose problem.
Pro Tip 2/3Visual Description
'Varicose' describes the appearance of veins as they enlarge and become visible through the skin.
Wearing shorts exposed his varicose veins.
Pro Tip 3/3Not Just Legs
Though common in legs, 'varicose' can refer to any similar condition elsewhere in the body.
She had surgery on a varicose vein in her arm.
Pro Tip 1/3Medical Condition
The term 'varicose' specifically relates to a medical issue involving veins, usually in the legs.
My grandmother went to the clinic for her varicose problem.
Pro Tip 2/3Visual Description
'Varicose' describes the appearance of veins as they enlarge and become visible through the skin.
Wearing shorts exposed his varicose veins.
Pro Tip 3/3Not Just Legs
Though common in legs, 'varicose' can refer to any similar condition elsewhere in the body.
She had surgery on a varicose vein in her arm.
Pro Tip 1/3Medical Condition
The term 'varicose' specifically relates to a medical issue involving veins, usually in the legs.
My grandmother went to the clinic for her varicose problem.
Pro Tip 2/3Visual Description
'Varicose' describes the appearance of veins as they enlarge and become visible through the skin.
Wearing shorts exposed his varicose veins.
Pro Tip 3/3Not Just Legs
Though common in legs, 'varicose' can refer to any similar condition elsewhere in the body.
She had surgery on a varicose vein in her arm.
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Quote examples
Summer Sanders
American Athlete
I first noticed my varicose veins when I was pregnant with my second child, and I'd always thought that it was something that affected older, inactive people. I looked at my lifestyle and thought, 'I can't be a candidate for this.' Eventually, the pain became something I couldn't ignore.
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Denise Austin
American Author
I know lots of women who have slim legs but refuse to wear skirts because of unsightly varicose or spider veins. Though heredity plays a role, your genes don't have to doom you to a life of long pants.
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Marianne Williamson
American Author
When we are truly aware of our spiritual glory, a varicose vein or two is not that big a deal.
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Marilyn Monroe
American Actress
If I close my eyes and think of Hollywood, all I see is one big varicose vein.
Quote examples
Summer Sanders
American Athlete
I first noticed my varicose veins when I was pregnant with my second child, and I'd always thought that it was something that affected older, inactive people. I looked at my lifestyle and thought, 'I can't be a candidate for this.' Eventually, the pain became something I couldn't ignore.
Quote examples
Denise Austin
American Author
I know lots of women who have slim legs but refuse to wear skirts because of unsightly varicose or spider veins. Though heredity plays a role, your genes don't have to doom you to a life of long pants.
Quote examples
Marianne Williamson
American Author
When we are truly aware of our spiritual glory, a varicose vein or two is not that big a deal.
Quote examples
Marilyn Monroe
American Actress
If I close my eyes and think of Hollywood, all I see is one big varicose vein.
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