haematoid

/hɛməˈtoʊɪd/

Definitions

1. adjective

Relating to or resembling blood; bloodshot, or blood-red

“The haematoid flowers bloomed in the garden during spring.”

2. noun

A person with a bloodshot appearance of the eyes

“After a long night, he looked quite haematoid in the morning.”

3. noun

A red or blood-colored streak or spot, especially one on the iris

“The haematoid mark on his eye was a sign of his exhaustion.”

Synonyms

  • blood-red
  • bloodshot

Antonyms

  • colorless
  • pale