Pertaining to, containing, or conveying lymph.
2. Madly enthusiastic; frantic. " Lymphatic rapture. " .
[See Lymphate] Lymphatic gland, a temperament in which the lymphatic system seems to predominate, that is, a system in which the complexion lacks colour and the tissues seem to be of loose texture; hence, a temperament lacking energy, inactive, indisposed to exertion or excitement. See Temperament.
Origin: L. Lymphaticus distracted, frantic: cf. F. Lymphatique.
1. One of the lymphatic or absorbent vessels, which carry lymph and discharge it into the veins; lymph duct; lymphatic duct.
2. A mad enthusiast; a lunatic.
Source: Websters Dictionary
(01 Mar 1998)