haemotoxic

/hɛmˈɒksɒtɪk/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or causing damage to the blood or blood-forming organs

“The haemotoxic effects of the snake’s venom were swift and deadly.”

2. noun

a substance that is haemotoxic

“The researchers studied the haemotoxic properties of the plant’s roots.”

Synonyms

  • haemorrhagic
  • toxic

Antonyms

  • haemostatic
  • non-toxic