1. affected by cyanosis; having a bluish or purplish discoloration of the skin and mucous membranes due to insufficient oxygen in the blood
Usage: medical term; typically used in clinical or diagnostic contexts

Examples

• The patient's cyanosed lips indicated severe respiratory distress.
• A cyanosed infant requires immediate oxygen therapy.
• The doctor noted the cyanosed appearance of the patient's fingertips.
• Cyanosed skin is a sign that the body is not receiving enough oxygen.
• The emergency team recognized the cyanosed condition and began treatment right away.