lymphatic system

== English == === Pronunciation === === Noun === lymphatic system (plural lymphatic systems) (anatomy) In mammals, including humans, a network of lymph vessels and lymph nodes that transport fluid, fats, proteins, and lymphocytes to the bloodstream as lymph, and remove microorganisms and other debris from tissues. ==== Synonyms ==== lymph system lymphoid system systema lymphaticum ==== Translations ==== ==== See also ==== glymphatic system