Definition of Vein
Quick Meaning of Vein
A tube in your body that carries blood back to your heart; or a thin line in stone.
Detailed Definition of Vein
A blood vessel that carries blood toward the heart; or a thin stripe of color or mineral in rock.
How to Pronounce Vein
How to Use Vein in a Sentence
Each example shows “vein” with a CEFR level so learners can pick examples that match their fluency.
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“The nurse found a good vein to draw blood from.”
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“A blue vein runs down the back of his hand.”
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“Miners searched for veins of gold deep in the mountains.”
Synonyms and Antonyms of Vein
Common Synonyms for Vein
Smart Synonyms for Vein — When to Use Each
- blood vessel
- formal medical term for blood tubes
- stripe
- when referring to color lines in rock
Common Collocations with Vein
These phrases pair with “vein” in everyday English:
- blood vein
- vein in the arm
- vein of gold
Common Mistakes When Using Vein
Even fluent speakers slip up with “vein”. Here’s how to avoid the most common errors:
- ✗ Wrong: The doctor could not find his vain for the blood test.
- ✓ Correct: The doctor could not find his vein for the blood test.
- Why: Vein (blood vessel) not vain (proud/futile).
- ✗ Wrong: There are vein in rocks that contain valuable metals.
- ✓ Correct: There are veins in rocks that contain valuable metals.
- Why: Noun vein becomes plural veins, not vein.
Words Confused With Vein
- Vein vs Vain: Vain means proud or futile; vein is a blood vessel. Compare →
Other Forms of Vein
Frequently Asked Questions About Vein
What is the meaning of "Vein"?
A tube in your body that carries blood back to your heart; or a thin line in stone.
How do you pronounce "Vein"?
The IPA is /veɪn/.
What part of speech is "Vein"?
"Vein" is a noun at A1 level (Common European Framework).
What are synonyms for "Vein"?
Common synonyms include blood vessel, vessel, line.
How do you use "Vein" in a sentence?
For example: "The nurse found a good vein to draw blood from."