Anticoagulative

/ˌæn.tiˌkoʊˈæɡ.jə.leɪ.tɪv/ adjective

Definition

Having the property or quality of preventing blood coagulation; relating to anticoagulation.

Etymology

From 'anticoagulate' + adjective suffix '-ive'. Medical adjective describing substances or treatments with clot-preventing properties.

Kelly Says

Garlic and ginger have mild anticoagulative properties—that's why some people swear they help with circulation, though the effect is much weaker than actual anticoagulant medications.

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