Pronunciation

/ˈstɪptɪk ˈpɛnsəl/ 🔊

Part of Speech

Noun

Definition

A styptic pencil is a small stick-shaped tool used to stop bleeding from small cuts or nicks, typically made of alum or other astringent substances.

Synonyms

Blood coagulant, hemostatic pencil

Antonyms

N/A

Examples

1. “After shaving, he used a styptic pencil to quickly stop the bleeding from a small cut.”

2. “Styptic pencils are commonly used in barber shops and households for minor first aid purposes.”

Additional Information

Styptic pencils work by constricting blood vessels and promoting blood clotting, providing a quick and effective way to control minor bleeding.