anematize

/ˌænɪˈmætaɪz/

Definitions

1. verb

to deprive of blood or vital fluids; to kill by draining the blood.

“The doctor anematized the patient to perform a successful surgery.”

2. transitive verb

to cause (an animal) to lose blood, especially by biting or piercing the skin.

“The snake anematized its prey with a single bite.”

Synonyms

  • bleed
  • drain
  • exsanguinate

Antonyms

  • reanimate
  • revitalize