Pronunciation: [blˈʌdləs] (IPA) 
The word "bloodless" is spelled with a "b" at the beginning, followed by the "l" sound, represented in IPA as /l/. This is followed by the "uh" sound, represented as /ə/. The next consonant is "d," followed by the long "l" sound, represented in IPA as /l/. The final two sounds are represented by the letters "e" and "s," which together create the /s/ sound. Overall, the IPA transcription for "bloodless" is /ˈblʌdləs/.
Bloodless is an adjective that refers to the absence of blood or the lack of bloodshed in a particular situation. It can be used to describe a state or condition in which no blood is present or has been spilled. The term is often associated with medical contexts, indicating procedures or surgeries that do not involve blood loss. In this sense, bloodless procedures are performed using specialized techniques or equipment that minimize bleeding or allow for blood conservation, ensuring the patient does not experience significant blood loss during the operation.
Additionally, bloodless can also describe a situation or event lacking violence, cruelty, or intensity. In this sense, it refers to a peaceful or non-violent occurrence. For example, a bloodless revolution or coup d'etat signifies a change in government or leadership that occurs without any violence or bloodshed. It implies a peaceful transition of power, often through civil disobedience or nonviolent protests.
Furthermore, bloodless can be applied metaphorically to describe something lacking vitality, energy, or passion. It might refer to an individual or work which lacks emotional depth or intensity. This usage suggests a lack of enthusiasm, spirit, or excitement, as if there is a figurative absence of lifeblood or vigor.
Without blood, anemic, exsanguinated.
A practical medical dictionary. By Stedman, Thomas Lathrop. Published 1920.
Without blood; lifeless; inactive.
Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.
The word "bloodless" is derived from two root words: "blood" and "less".
The root word "blood" originates from the Old English word "blōd", which can be traced back to the Proto-Germanic word "blōþam". This Proto-Germanic word is derived from the Proto-Indo-European word "bhlo-to-", meaning "that which bursts forth" or "to bloom".
The suffix "less" is added to the root word "blood" to form "bloodless". "Less" comes from the Old English suffix "-lēas", which indicates the absence or lack of something. It has cognates in other Germanic languages like German "-los" and Dutch "-loos".
