Haemagglutinative

/ˌhiːməˈɡluːtɪnətɪv/ adjective

Definition

Relating to or causing haemagglutination; having the ability to make blood cells clump together.

Etymology

From haemagglutinate + -ive suffix, indicating a quality or tendency.

Kelly Says

Any substance described as 'haemagglutinative' has the power to make blood cells stick—it's describing the potential or capacity, like how 'adhesive' means something has sticking power.

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