coagula

/kɔːˈɡjuːlə, kɔːˈɡjuːlə/

Definitions

1. verb

to change or become solid or thick, especially a liquid

“The blood began to coagula after the injury.”

2. noun

a state of being coagulated or a substance in a state of coagulation

“The doctor examined the patient’s coagula to diagnose the injury.”

Synonyms

  • coagulate
  • thicken

Antonyms

  • dissolve
  • liquefy