1. a substance that causes a liquid to thicken or form clots

1. causing or helping to cause coagulation

Examples

• The doctor applied a coagulant to stop the bleeding.
• Alum is used as a coagulant in water treatment plants.
• The coagulant properties of the medication helped form blood clots.
• Laboratory technicians added a coagulant to separate the particles.
• Vitamin K acts as a natural coagulant in the body.
• The coagulant effect was visible within minutes of application.