1. a person who has hemophilia, a genetic disorder in which blood does not clot normally
Usage: medical term; also spelled haemophiliac in British English

1. relating to or affected by hemophilia
Usage: medical term

Examples

• A hemophiliac must be careful to avoid injuries that could cause excessive bleeding.
• The hemophiliac patient received a blood transfusion to help with clotting.
• Modern treatments have greatly improved the quality of life for hemophiliacs.
• Hemophiliac individuals often carry identification cards explaining their condition.
• The hemophiliac disorder is typically inherited through families.
• Doctors monitor hemophiliac patients closely during surgery.