Although harmless, the nurse assured the worried parents that the flaky patches on their newborn's scalp were crusta lactea and would clear with gentle care.

Under the microscope, the lacteals in the villi were clearly visible as thin, milky vessels absorbing dietary fats.

Moonlight fell lacteally across the field, softening the silhouettes of the distant trees.

Under the pale moon, the lake took on a lactean glow that softened the black outlines of the trees.

During digestion, a single lacteal absorbs emulsified fats and transports chyle toward the thoracic duct.

The lacteal scent of the cheese reminded her of her grandmother's kitchen.