Definitions
There are 4 meanings of the word
Styptic.
Styptic - as a noun
A drug that causes contraction of body tissues and canals
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
astringentastringent drugHypernyms (Closely Related)
medicamentmedicationmedicinal drugmedicineHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Styptic - as an adjective satellite
Tending to check bleeding by contracting the tissues or blood vessels
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
hemostaticStyptic - as an adjective
Bringing about contraction of tissues; harsh, raw, austere.
(by extension) that stops bleeding.
Example Sentences
"I accidentally cut myself while shaving, so I used a styptic pencil to stop the bleeding."
"The doctor applied a styptic solution to my wound to promote clotting."
"She carried a styptic powder in her first aid kit to treat minor cuts and abrasions."
"The barber used a styptic liquid to prevent bleeding after giving a close shave."
"The stylist used a styptic gel to control bleeding from a small nick during the haircut."
Word Game Points
Is STYPTIC a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, styptic is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
STYPTIC has a SCRABBLE points total of 14.
Is STYPTIC a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, styptic is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordSTYPTIC has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 15.
Is STYPTIC a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, styptic is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordSTYPTIC has a WORDFEUD points total of 16.
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