Lymphatics are small thin channels similar to blood vessels. They do not carry blood, but collect and carry tissue fluid from the body to ultimately drain back into the blood stream. ... (12 Dec 1998) ... 
Type: Term Pronunciation: lim-fat′iks Synonyms: lymph vessels, under vessel
Lymphatics: Small thin channels similar to blood vessels that do not carry blood, but collect and carry tissue fluid (called lymph) from the body to ultimately drain back into the blood stream.
extensive network of thin-walled vessels nourishing and draining the skin.