Coagulatory

/koʊˈæɡjələˌtɔːri/ adjective

Definition

Relating to or promoting coagulation; having the quality or function of causing liquids to thicken or clot.

Etymology

From coagulate plus the suffix -ory (or -atory), meaning 'relating to' or 'serving to.' This suffix often creates adjectives describing purpose or function.

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Understanding coagulatory pathways in blood has led to breakthrough treatments for hemophilia, a disease where people's blood won't clot—doctors now can replace missing coagulatory factors.

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