Associations to the word «Purgative»

Wiktionary

PURGATIVE, adjective. (capable of) purging
PURGATIVE, noun. Something, such as a substance or medicine, that purges; laxative

Dictionary definition

PURGATIVE, noun. A purging medicine; stimulates evacuation of the bowels.
PURGATIVE, adjective. Strongly laxative.

Wise words

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