Pronunciation: /klɑt/
noun a thick mass or lump of a solid substance
A1 The doctor said a clot in my leg could be causing the pain.
A2 She felt a clot of blood form on the cut on her finger.
B1 The clot of fabric in the drain caused a blockage.
B2 The clot of people waiting outside the store grew larger as the opening time approached.
C1 The clot of corruption within the government needed to be addressed immediately.
C2 The clot of emotions building up inside her finally burst during the therapy session.
verb to become thick and coagulated into a mass
A1 I accidentally cut myself while cooking and the blood started to clot.
A2 If you don't apply pressure to a wound, it may take longer for the blood to clot.
B1 Doctors use medication to prevent blood from clotting too quickly in patients with certain conditions.
B2 After surgery, it is important to monitor the patient closely for any signs of blood clotting.
C1 The medication the patient is taking may increase the risk of clotting, so they need to be monitored regularly.
C2 In cases of deep vein thrombosis, blood clots can form in the legs and cause serious complications if not treated promptly.
formal A blood clot can be a serious medical condition that requires immediate attention.
informal I heard that John had a clot in his leg and had to go to the hospital.
slang I can't believe she clotted up the whole situation by spreading rumors.
figurative The traffic jam was like a clot in the flow of cars on the highway.
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