Definition for VE'NOUS

VE'NOUS, a. [L. venosus, from vena, a vein.]

  1. Pertaining to a vein or to veins; contained in veins; venous blood, which is distinguishable from arterial blood by its darker color.
  2. In botany, veined. A venous leaf, has vessels branching, or variously divided, over its surface. – Martyn.

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