Styptic/ˈstɪptɪk/ Definition 1 of 2Pro Tip 1/3Medical Situations Used mainly to describe items that stop bleeding, often found in first aid scenarios. After shaving, he used a styptic pencil. Pro Tip 2/3Emergency Use Suggests urgency and immediate action in medical emergencies. The paramedic quickly applied styptic powder. Pro Tip 3/3Technical Term Considered a technical term; not commonly used in everyday language. Only the hospital staff knew about the styptic solution.