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What is the noun for lacteous?

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lacteal
  1. (physiology) Each of the lymphatic vessels which convey chyle from the mesentery to the thoracic duct.
  2. (obsolete) One of the lactiferous ducts or other components of milk-producing organs.
lacteals
  1. plural of lacteal
  2. Examples:
    1. “The lymphatics or lacteals blocked with fat deposits are seen on electron microscopy on small bowel endoscopic biopsies.”
      “Lymphangiectasia is a disease characterized by pathologically dilated and leaky lacteals.”
      “The lymph in the lacteals has a milky appearance due to its high fat content and is called chyle.”
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