Origin: Latin suffix -al
Lacteal has 4 different meanings across 2 categories:
any of the lymphatic vessels that convey chyle from the small intestine to the thoracic duct
Each of the lymphatic vessels which convey chyle from the mesentery to the thoracic duct.
relating to or consisting of or producing or resembling milk
"lacteal fluids"
"lacteal organs"
Relating to milk.