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STYPTIC

(noun, adj.sat, adj.)
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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)
astringent11astringent drug
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
medicament17medication15medicinal drugmedicine13
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Styptic - as an adjective satellite

Tending to check bleeding by contracting the tissues or blood vessels

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
hemostatic17

Styptic - 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."
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Word Game Points

Is STYPTIC a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, styptic is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

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 Word
STYPTIC has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 15.

Is STYPTIC a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, styptic is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
STYPTIC has a WORDFEUD points total of 16.

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