a. Obs. In 78 exanguous. [f. L. exsangu-is bloodless + -OUS.] = prec.
1684. trans. Bonets Merc. Compit., XVI. 560/1. However Worms, as also Snails, Sows, and other exanguous Animals inasmuch as they abound with a volatil Salt, so they often yield a Medicine effectual enough.
17211800. Bailey, Exanguous.