artificial blood

American  

noun

1. a chemical emulsion, capable of carrying oxygen and carbon dioxide, for temporary use as a blood substitute in medical emergencies or when a patient objects to blood transfusions on religious grounds.

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Etymology

Origin of artificial blood

First recorded in 1970–75

Example Sentences

Is it sweetened, with natural or artificial flavors?

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 28, 2026

Philip Wang said he’s confident that the drinks his cafe sells, which don’t use artificial flavors, syrups or powders, will continue to attract customers.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 24, 2026

It also introduced a bigger box that it says can feed a family of five for $2, and it updated its packaging to note the product doesn’t contain artificial flavors, preservatives or dyes.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 2, 2026

These foods don’t resemble their raw ingredients and are typically high in high-fructose corn syrup, hydrogenated oils, synthetic preservatives, artificial flavors, emulsifiers and other additives not found in raw, whole foods.

From Salon • Aug. 15, 2024

Chemical treatment is relied on to correct in part the odor and taste of such inferior goods, and artificial flavors, other than the time-honored natural vanilla and the like, are added freely.

From Chocolate and Cocoa Recipes and Home Made Candy Recipes by Hill, Janet McKenzie