Definitions for: Varicose


[adj] abnormally swollen or knotty; "varicose veins"



Webster (1913) Definition: Var"i*cose` (?; 277), a. [L. varicosus, from varix,
-icis, a dilated vein; cf. varus bent, stretched, crooked.]
1. Irregularly swollen or enlarged; affected with, or
containing, varices, or varicosities; of or pertaining to
varices, or varicosities; as, a varicose nerve fiber; a
varicose vein; varicose ulcers.

2. (Med.) Intended for the treatment of varicose veins; --
said of elastic stockings, bandages. and the like.

Synonyms: unhealthy

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