vein
[veɪn]
n
any of the tubular vessels that convey oxygen-depleted blood to the heartSee pulmonary vein See artery
any of the hollow branching tubes that form the supporting framework of an insect's wing
any of the vascular strands of a leaf
a clearly defined mass of ore, mineral, etc, filling a fault or fracture, often with a tabular or sheetlike shape
an irregular streak of colour or alien substance in marble, wood, or other material
a natural underground watercourse
a crack or fissure
a distinctive trait or quality in speech, writing, character, etc; strain
a vein of humour
a temporary disposition, attitude, or temper; mood
the debate entered a frivolous vein
a parting in hair
vb
to diffuse over or cause to diffuse over in streaked patterns
to fill, furnish, or mark with or as if with veins
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