Definition

A tool used in surgery to stop bleeding by clamping a blood vessel.

Example

The surgeon used a hemostat to control the bleeding during the operation.

Conversation

Did you see that surgery video I sent you?

Yeah, I was amazed at how they used the hemostat to control the bleeding.

Right? It's such a crucial tool in the operating room.

Absolutely, I can't believe how precise they need to be.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Hemostat → It is formed from "hemo-" (from Greek "haima", meaning blood) and "stat" (from Greek "statos", meaning standing or stopping). The word "hemostat" refers to a device or agent that stops bleeding by standing in the way of blood flow.

Memory Tip

Think of 'blood' ('hemo-') being 'stopped' ('stat') — that's what a hemostat does, it stops the flow of blood.

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