Conglutinative

/kənˈɡluːtɪnətɪv/ adjective

Definition

Tending to cause things to stick together; having adhesive or binding qualities.

Etymology

Conglutinate with the suffix -ive (meaning 'tending to'). Describes the quality or tendency of causing adhesion.

Kelly Says

Honey is conglutinative—it literally sticks to everything, which is why ancient people used it not just for food but also as a wound dressing, and it actually works!

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