BLOODLETTINGS
(noun)Definitions
There are 2 meanings of the word
Bloodlettings.
Bloodlettings - as a noun
Formerly used as a treatment to reduce excess blood (one of the four humors of medieval medicine)
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
medical aidmedical careHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Indiscriminate slaughter
Example: "A bloodbath took place when the leaders of the plot surrendered"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
battue8bloodbath17bloodshed16Example Sentences
"The patient was weak after multiple bloodlettings."
"Many ancient cultures believed in the healing power of bloodlettings."
"The practice of bloodlettings was eventually abandoned due to its lack of effectiveness."
"The physician recommended regular bloodlettings to improve the patient's health."
"During the Middle Ages, bloodlettings were performed by barbers as well."
Word Game Points
Is BLOODLETTINGS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, bloodlettings is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
BLOODLETTINGS has a SCRABBLE points total of 17.
Is BLOODLETTINGS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, bloodlettings is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordBLOODLETTINGS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 22.
Is BLOODLETTINGS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, bloodlettings is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordBLOODLETTINGS has a WORDFEUD points total of 19.
