Definition

The state of having no blood vessels or lacking a blood supply.

Example

The avascularity of the tissue made it difficult for it to heal properly.

Conversation

Have you heard about the concept of avascularity in biology?

Yeah, it refers to tissues that don't have blood vessels, right?

Exactly! It's fascinating how some areas can be so isolated from blood supply.

I know, it's amazing how our bodies work in such complex ways.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Avascularity → It is formed from "a-" (meaning without) and "vascularis" (from Latin "vasculum", meaning vessel). The term describes a condition of being without blood vessels.

Memory Tip

Think of 'without' ('a-') and 'vessels' ('vascularis') to remember that avascularity means a lack of blood vessels.

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