exsanguinating
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/ɛkˈsæŋɡwɪˌneɪtɪŋ/
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/ɛksˈsæŋɡwɪˌneɪtɪŋ/
(exsanguinate)
drain of blood
Etymology
Etymology Information
'exsanguinate' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'exsanguinatus,' where 'ex-' meant 'out of' and 'sanguis' meant 'blood.'
Historical Evolution
'exsanguinatus' transformed into the English word 'exsanguinate' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to drain of blood,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
to drain or lose blood to the point of death.
The patient was exsanguinating rapidly due to the severe injury.
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Last updated: 2025/03/03 15:24