blood thinner

noun

: a drug used to prevent the formation of blood clots by hindering coagulation of the blood

blood-thinning

ˈbləd-ˌthi-niŋ 

adjective

Examples of blood thinner in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

While green beans offer health benefits, those with conditions like high blood pressure or on blood thinners should consult a healthcare provider first. —Cristina Mutchler, Verywell Health, 17 Nov. 2025

Ditmore is still experiencing some issues following the stroke, having to reduce doing sports and other physical activities while being on blood thinners. —Escher Walcott, PEOPLE, 15 Nov. 2025

The main side effects are mild, like upset stomach or insomnia, but the NCCIH cautions that the supplement can interfere with certain medications, including blood thinners and insulin. —Khloe Quill, FOXNews.com, 2 Nov. 2025

Ry continues to take medications for her heart each day, the main one being blood thinners. —Rick Mauch, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 29 Sep. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1879, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for blood thinner

• beginner
• breadwinner
• dinner
• inner
• pinner
• sinner
• spinner
• tinner
• winner

Medical Definition

blood thinner

noun

blood thin·​ner -ˌthin-ər 

: a drug used to prevent the formation of blood clots by hindering coagulation of the blood

blood-thinning adjective