noun

hemoglobin

hee-muh-GLOH-bihn

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Hemoglobin (noun) means the iron-rich protein in red blood cells that carries oxygen from the lungs to the rest of the body. Example: “Low hemoglobin levels can be a sign of anemia.”

noun

The iron-rich protein in red blood cells that carries oxygen from the lungs to the rest of the body.

"Low hemoglobin levels can be a sign of anemia."

"Hemoglobin is what gives blood its red color."

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In plain EnglishThe molecule in red blood cells that grabs oxygen in the lungs and delivers it around the body.

Common pairings

hemoglobin levels low hemoglobin hemoglobin count

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Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

Word forms

Plural: hemoglobins

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Etymology

Built from hematin (from Greek haima, "blood") plus globulin, a type of protein — describing a protein built around a blood-pigment core.

Origin: Greek

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Hb haemoglobin

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Frequently asked questions

What does “hemoglobin” mean?

The word “hemoglobin” means the iron-rich protein in red blood cells that carries oxygen from the lungs to the rest of the body. In plain terms, the molecule in red blood cells that grabs oxygen in the lungs and delivers it around the body.

How do you pronounce “hemoglobin”?

“Hemoglobin” is pronounced hee-muh-GLOH-bihn (/ˌhimoʊˈɡloʊbɪn/ in IPA).

How do you use “hemoglobin” in a sentence?

Here is “hemoglobin” used in a sentence: “Low hemoglobin levels can be a sign of anemia.”

What part of speech is “hemoglobin”?

“Hemoglobin” is a noun.

Where does the word “hemoglobin” come from?

The word “hemoglobin” comes from Greek. Built from hematin (from Greek haima, "blood") plus globulin, a type of protein — describing a protein built around a blood-pigment core.