vein
When referring to blood vessels, 'vein' is a countable noun. It is often confused with 'artery', but remember that veins carry blood toward the heart. In a figurative sense, when using 'vein' to describe a mood or style (e.g., 'in a similar vein'), it is almost always used in this specific phrase to show that a new comment follows the same theme as previous ones. When talking about geology, 'vein' refers to a narrow deposit of minerals. In this context, it describes the shape and placement of the mineral within the larger rock.
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My prof is just ranting in the same vein for three hours. I'm losing it.
Suck it up and take notes or you'll tank your GPA again.
Meanings
Any of the tubes forming part of the blood circulation system that carry blood toward the heart.
"The nurse struggled to find a suitable vein for the injection."
A distinct streak or layer of minerals within a rock, such as gold or quartz.
"The miners discovered a rich vein of silver running through the mountain."
A particular style, mood, or quality of expression.
"He continued his speech in a similar vein, focusing on the need for reform."