radial vein

/ˌreɪdiəl veɪn/
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Other forms: radial veins

Definitions of radial vein
  1. noun
    superficial veins ascending the radial side of the forearm; combines with the ulnar veins to form the brachial vein
    synonyms: vena radialis
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    type of:
    vein, vena, venous blood vessel
    a blood vessel that carries blood from the capillaries toward the heart
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