Coagulose

/koʊˈæɡjəˌloʊs/ adjective

Definition

Inclined to coagulate; having a tendency to form clots or thicken easily.

Etymology

From coagul- plus the suffix -ose (or -ous), meaning 'full of' or 'tending to.' This suffix pattern creates adjectives describing a predominant quality.

Kelly Says

Certain blood conditions create coagulose states where blood clots too easily—thrombophilia patients must take medications to prevent dangerous clots from forming spontaneously.

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