Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
cyanosed
Adjective
/ˈsaɪəˌnoʊst/
Definition
Having a bluish discoloration of the skin, particularly caused by a lack of oxygen in the blood.
Examples
- After running a marathon, he was cyanosed due to the extreme exertion.
- The patient appeared cyanosed, indicating a possible respiratory issue.
Meaning
Cyanosed is typically used to describe a person’s appearance when their skin or mucous membranes turn blue due to poor circulation or respiratory issues.
Synonyms
- Blue
- Dusky
- Hypoxic
- Asphyxiated
