Definition

Describing something that helps to stop blood clots from forming.

Example

The doctor prescribed an anticlotting medication to prevent any complications during surgery.

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Conversation

I've been reading about some anticlotting medications recently.

Oh really? What do they do?

They help prevent blood clots, which is important for heart health.

That sounds useful! I should learn more about it.

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Root Explanation

Anticlotting is formed from "anti-" (meaning against) and "clotting" (from the verb "clot" which comes from Old English "clottian", meaning to form a clot). The term refers to the process of preventing or opposing the formation of clots in the blood.

Memory Tip

Think of 'against' ('anti-') the process of 'clotting' — that's why anticlotting means to prevent clots from forming.

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