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artery A narrow tube-like structure that carries blood through the body., Also known as a "blood vessel", "piping system" or "plumbing". ■ "I forgot to take my blood pressure medication, and now my arteries are clogged like a city's sewer system."
warfarin A drug used to thin blood and prevent clots. It is often given to people with a history of blood clots. ■ "I can't go on a vacation because I'm on warfarin, and I don't want to end up in a blood clot in the middle of a foreign country."
kidney A pair of small organs that filter waste and excess fluids from the blood, while producing essential hormones and regulating blood pressure. ■ I heard you have two kidneys, but I only see one. Where's the other one?
aneurysm An aneurysm is a swollen or ruptured blood vessel, often caused by high blood pressure. It can lead to bleeding and potentially fatal complications. ■ "I told my friend she should go to the doctor because she had an aneurysm in her head. She laughed and said she was just stressed out about work."
Dialysis A medical process in which waste products are removed from the blood by passing it through a machine that separates the components of the blood based on their molecular size. ■ "I need to go on dialysis every other day because my kidneys are failing. But don't worry, I've got my dialysis jokes ready!"
nosebleeds A sudden and often violent flow of blood from the nose, usually accompanied by a loud noise. ■ When I saw my friend's nosebleed, I couldn't help but laugh at how much it looked like a fountain. I mean, seriously, that thing was gushing blood like it was nothing!
Spleen A small, pinkish-red organ located in the abdomen that removes red blood cells and filters out damaged or old blood. It also helps with digestion by producing bile. ■ "I had to take my spleen out last week because it was getting too big for my pants."
Transfusion The act of transferring blood or other fluids from one body to another., The process by which a person is filled with new ideas and perspectives. ■ When the patient's blood ran out, they received a transfusion from a donor., After listening to the speaker's inspiring words, Jane felt a rush of new ideas and was filled with transfusion.
Unrelated Not having any connection or relationship with each other; not being related by blood, marriage, etc. ■ The newscast reported that the two politicians who were arguing passionately about different policies were actually unrelated by blood. When the reporter asked if they had ever met before, they both replied, "No, why would we? We're not even related!"
airlift A sudden, unexplained rise in one's blood sugar levels due to consuming too many sweets or drinks containing high amounts of caffeine. ■ "I had an airlift after downing two Red Bulls during my afternoon shift."
Anemia A condition in which your blood has too little of a gas called hemoglobin. This can make you feel tired and weak. ■ "Wow, I must have anemia because I'm so exhausted all the time."
aunt A person who is not your mother or sister, but whom you are related to by blood. ■ "My aunt is a real character - she's always up for a good time and loves to tell stories."
bathed To be covered in a thick, sticky substance that resembles water but isn't really. ■ "He was so angry he got bathed in his own blood."
bedbug A small, flat, parasitic insect that feeds on human blood and can often be found hiding in bedding. ■ "I woke up with a bedbug bite on my forehead. It must have been hiding in my sheets all night!
Bleeding To have an excessive flow of blood, especially from a wound. ■ She was bleeding profusely after the accident.
bloodsucker A person who sucks the blood of others, typically for fun or to gain power. ■ Julia was such a bloodsucker; she loved to scare her friends by pretending to be a vampire.
bloodsucking The act of sucking blood, usually in a negative or threatening way. ■ "He's such a bloodsucking vampire, he sucks the life out of every situation."
brotherly A feeling of close companionship and affection between two or more people who are related by blood or marriage. ■ "The brothers shared a hilarious moment when they found out they were wearing matching socks."
Carotid A very funny word that means "the artery in the neck that supplies blood to the brain" ■ "I forgot to massage my carotid before bed and now I feel like I'm functioning at 50%!"
Chigger A small, furry arachnid with eight legs that are used to suck the blood of its victims. ■ "I got bitten by a chigger while hiking in the woods. It was so painful!
Circulatory A system of channels or vessels for the transportation of blood, lymph, and other fluids in the body. ■ "I need to get my circulatory system checked out, I can't seem to keep my heartbeat in sync."
clotting The process of becoming thick and sticky, like blood or pudding. ■ "I'm clotting up so much I can barely move!"
coronary A medical term for the artery that supplies blood to the heart muscle. ■ "I told my doctor I had a coronary, but he just gave me a stint."
Crimson A bright, fiery red color, often associated with blood or danger. ■ John accidentally spilled his cup of crimson hot chocolate all over his shirt.
Diabetics A person who has extremely high blood sugar levels and is constantly snacking on sweets to keep their energy up. ■ "I can't believe you have diabetes, you must eat all the chocolate in the world!
families A group of people related by blood, marriage or adoption. They are usually characterized by their closeness and love for each other. ■ The Smith family is known for their hilarious jokes and pranks.
family A group of people related by blood or marriage, typically including parents and their children. ■ The Smith family is known for their hilarious antics at family gatherings.
flea A tiny, wingless insect that lives on the blood of animals. ■ "I accidentally stepped on a flea and now it's following me everywhere!
Fleas Small, wingless insects that feed on the blood of animals and humans. ■ I accidentally stepped on a flea while walking barefoot in my friend's apartment. It ran away before I could catch it!
Fluid A smooth, continuous flow or stream of something, typically water or blood. ■ "I'm so thirsty, I could drink a whole ocean of fluid."
gore A term used to describe a gruesome or disturbing scene or image, often involving blood and violence. ■ My friend accidentally gored himself on his favorite cheese knife while trying to impress his girlfriend.
hearts A feeling of being in love or infatuated with someone or something. It is also the organ that pumps blood throughout the body. ■ "I have three hearts for pizza and four hearts for chocolate cake."
hemoglobin A protein found in red blood cells that carries oxygen from the lungs to the rest of the body. ■ "I had a nightmare last night about my hemoglobin turning into a cartoonish superhero. It was hemo-tastic!"
ilk A group of people or things that are similar in some way, but not necessarily related by blood or origin. ■ I don't get along with my ilk, they're always trying to one-up me.
itches A sudden and intense desire to scratch oneself or someone else. ■ John couldn't resist the urge to itch his arm, causing him to scratch so violently that he drew blood!
Leech A parasitic organism that feeds on blood or other nutrients from its host. ■ "I accidentally wandered into a leech-infested swamp and now my arm is covered in leeches."
leeches noun: a parasitic insect that feeds on the blood of other animals, especially humans ■ Jane accidentally stepped on a leech while hiking and now she has to go to the doctor to get rid of it!
Lymph A clear, colorless fluid that flows through the body and carries white blood cells. ■ "I forgot my lymph at home today!
Niece A female relative by blood, usually younger than the person who refers to her. ■ "My niece is so adorable, I could eat her up with a spoon!"
parasites Small creatures that live off the bodies of larger animals, feeding on their blood and other fluids. ■ "I'm so sick of my roommate being a parasite and using all my toilet paper!"
radioed To become very angry after listening to the radio. ■ "After hearing the news on the radio, John's blood pressure shot up and he started 'radioing'. He was so mad, he could barely contain himself."
Siblings Noun: People who share the same parents and are related by blood. ■ Funny example usage: "Why did the tomato turn red? Because it saw the salad dressing! That's what happens when siblings play around in the kitchen."
stirs An action that causes something or someone to become agitated or upset. ■ When her boss criticized her work in front of the whole team, she couldn't help but feel her blood boil and her temper stir.
Vamp A bloodthirsty creature that transforms into a bat and feeds on the blood of humans and animals. ■ "I can't believe I forgot my garlic at home. That would have been perfect for dealing with those vampires."
vein A thin, tube-like structure in the body that carries blood away from the heart. ■ I accidentally pricked my finger on a needle while trying to find a vein for an IV.
Villages A group of people who are closely related by blood or marriage, and who live in the same area. ■ I don't know why the villagers always seem so happy. They must be running on village time.
affiliates A group of people who are related by blood, marriage, or other ties. They often support each other and help each other out in times of need. ■ "My affiliates were there for me when I lost my job. They helped me find a new one and even gave me a place to stay until I got back on my feet."
Ancestors A group of people who are related to each other through blood or marriage, and who lived before you. ■ My ancestors were so boring, I can only imagine how they managed to survive the Ice Age without getting killed by a mammoth.
Angiogram A visual representation of the blood vessels in a person's body, often used by doctors to diagnose and treat medical conditions. ■ The patient was asked if they wanted to see their "angiogram" before undergoing surgery. A hilarious and exaggerated description of a person's personality or behavior, often used to make fun of them. ■ "He's such an angiogram," said Sarah, "he thinks he can do anything but actually has no idea what he's doing."