hematic

/hɛˈmætɪk/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or characteristic of blood

“The hematic system of the human body is responsible for transporting oxygen and nutrients.”

2. noun

a blood-red or reddish color

“The artist mixed hematic paint to create a realistic effect in the painting.”

3. noun

a substance with a blood-red color, especially heme or hemoglobin

“The laboratory technician studied the hematic samples to understand the properties of the blood cells.”

Synonyms

  • crimson
  • sanguine

Antonyms

  • anemic
  • colorless