Coagulative

/koʊˈæɡjəleɪtɪv/ adjective

Definition

Relating to or having the ability to cause coagulation; describes something that makes liquids thicken or clot.

Etymology

From coagulate plus the suffix -ive, meaning 'tending to' or 'having the quality of.' This adjective form describes the property or tendency of a substance.

Kelly Says

Coagulative enzymes in snake venom are fascinating—some snakes have evolved proteins that instantly freeze your blood, which is why anticoagulant compounds in some animal venoms are now used as medicines.

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