Clotting: meaning, definitions and examples

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clotting

 

[ ˈklɒtɪŋ ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

medical

The process by which blood changes from a liquid to a gel, forming a clot.

Synonyms

coagulation, thickening

Examples of usage

  • Blood clotting is a vital process that helps stop bleeding when we get injured.
  • Certain medications can affect the clotting of blood.
Context #2 | Noun

biology

The grouping together of similar cells or particles in suspension.

Examples of usage

  • Clotting of bacteria in a liquid culture.
  • The clotting of red blood cells in a sample.

Translations

Translations of the word "clotting" in other languages:

🇵🇹 coagulação

🇮🇳 थक्का जमना

🇩🇪 Gerinnung

🇮🇩 pembekuan

🇺🇦 зсідання

🇵🇱 krzepnięcie

🇯🇵 凝固

🇫🇷 coagulation

🇪🇸 coagulación

🇹🇷 pıhtılaşma

🇰🇷 응고

🇸🇦 تجلط

🇨🇿 srážení

🇸🇰 zrážanie

🇨🇳 凝结

🇸🇮 strjevanje

🇮🇸 storknun

🇰🇿 ұю

🇬🇪 შედედება

🇦🇿 laxtalanma

🇲🇽 coagulación

Word origin

The word 'clotting' originated from the Middle English word 'clotten', which means to clot or coagulate. The term has been used in the medical field to describe the process of blood clotting since the 16th century. The understanding of blood clotting has evolved over time, leading to advancements in medical treatments for conditions related to clotting disorders.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #16,847, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.