cardiovascular
adjective
car·dio·vas·cu·lar
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Definition of cardiovascular
1
: of, relating to, or involving the heart and blood vessels
2
: used, designed, or performed to cause a temporary increase in heart rate
a cardiovascular workout
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Examples of cardiovascular in a Sentence
running, swimming, and other cardiovascular exercises
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More Definitions for cardiovascular
cardiovascular
adjective
English Language Learners Definition of cardiovascular
medical
: of or relating to the heart and blood vessels
: causing the heart to beat faster and harder for a period of time
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cardiovascular
adjective
car·dio·vas·cu·lar
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Medical Definition of cardiovascular
(Entry 1 of 2)
1
: of, relating to, or involving the heart and blood vessels
cardiovascular disease the cardiovascular system
2
: used, designed, or performed to cause a temporary increase in heart rate (as to improve heart function and reduce the risk of heart disease)
a cardiovascular workout treadmills, stationary bicycles, and other cardiovascular equipment
cardiovascular
nounMedical Definition of cardiovascular (Entry 2 of 2)
: a substance (as a drug) that affects the heart or blood vessels
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