1. adjective /ˈstɪptɪk/
Bringing about contraction of tissues, especially to stop bleeding
The growth on top was a scrubby plant, unknown anywhere else on Malta, which was believed to have styptic qualities – it could staunch bleeding when packed on top of a wound
2. noun /ˈstɪptɪk/
A substance used for styptic results.
The powdered gum with resin is used as a styptic; and the mucilage has been recommended as an application to burns.
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