coagulative
|co-ag-u-la-tive|
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/koʊˈæɡjʊlətɪv/
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/kəʊˈæɡjʊlətɪv/
(coagulate)
thickening into a mass
Etymology
Etymology Information
'coagulative' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'coagulare,' where 'co-' meant 'together' and 'agere' meant 'to drive or lead.'
Historical Evolution
'coagulare' transformed into the French word 'coaguler,' and eventually became the modern English word 'coagulate' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to drive together,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'causing to solidify.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
having the power to cause a liquid to become a solid or semi-solid.
The coagulative properties of the substance were tested in the lab.
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Last updated: 2025/06/26 11:50