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IPA transcription: ['vɛsəlz]

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Noun

  • a tube in which a body fluid circulates

  • a craft designed for water transportation

  • an object used as a container (especially for liquids)

Usage examples

  • In these cases, it is generally agreed that the vessels evolved independently.
  • Blood vessels can atrophy in elderly patients.
  • Passengers were transferred to other vessels.
  • These vessels may also be referred to as Baltimore Flyers.
  • Several noted wooden sailing vessels were built in Pukavik.
  • In addition to these blood vessels, the aortic arch crosses the left main bronchus.
  • To paint his vessels, he worked with the so-called Triptolemos painter.
  • These same few vessels had a retractable spar torpedo added as well.
  • Both vessels returned to Dartmouth.
  • The main concern is illegal tuna fishing by Japanese vessels.