Associations to the word «Astringent»
Noun
Adjective
Wiktionary
ASTRINGENT, noun. A substance which draws tissue together, thus restricting the flow of blood.
ASTRINGENT, adjective. Sharp, caustic, severe.
ASTRINGENT, adjective. (medicine) Having the effect of drawing tissue together; styptic.
Dictionary definition
ASTRINGENT, noun. A drug that causes contraction of body tissues and canals.
ASTRINGENT, adjective. Sour or bitter in taste.
ASTRINGENT, adjective. Tending to draw together or constrict soft organic tissue; "astringent cosmetic lotions".
Wise words
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