What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
haemostatic
Example
The doctor applied a haemostatic agent to the wound to stop the bleeding. [haemostatic: adjective]
Example
The surgeon used a haemostatic clamp to control the bleeding during the operation. [haemostatic: noun]
hemostatic
Example
The nurse applied a hemostatic dressing to the wound to stop the bleeding. [hemostatic: adjective]
Example
The surgeon used a hemostatic forceps to control the bleeding during the operation. [hemostatic: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Both haemostatic and hemostatic are technical terms used mainly in medical contexts and are not commonly used in everyday language.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between haemostatic and hemostatic?
Both haemostatic and hemostatic are formal words used in technical and medical writing and are not typically used in informal or casual contexts.
