platelet
noun/ˈpleɪtlɪt/
Frequency rank: #14,379 most common English word
Meaning
a tiny, disc-shaped cell fragment in the blood that helps form clots to stop bleeding.
Example sentence
The doctor explained that low platelet counts can make it harder for blood to clot properly.
Synonyms & related words
- thrombocyte
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