1. the process of draining blood from the body or from a part of the body
Usage: medical/surgical term; can refer to intentional medical procedure or loss of blood from injury
2. the act of depriving someone or something of vitality, resources, or strength
Usage: figurative use

Examples

• The surgeon performed exsanguination of the limb before the operation to reduce bleeding.
• Severe trauma can lead to rapid exsanguination if not treated immediately.
• The prolonged conflict resulted in the exsanguination of the nation's resources.
• Medical exsanguination is sometimes used in bloodless surgery techniques.
• The patient was at risk of exsanguination due to the arterial injury.
• Economic policies led to the gradual exsanguination of the local economy.