Meaning Of The Word Lymph node

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What's The Definition Of Lymph node?

lymph node
Lymph nodes or lymph glands are small masses of tissue in your body where white blood cells are formed.

lymph node in American English
any of the glandlike masses of tissue in the lymphatic vessels containing cells that become lymphocytes
any of the many small, compact structures located throughout the lymphatic system, that collect and destroy bacteria that have entered the body, produce lymphocytes, etc.

lymph node in British English
noun: any of numerous bean-shaped masses of tissue, situated along the course of lymphatic vessels, that help to protect against infection by killing bacteria and neutralizing toxins and are the source of lymphocytes

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