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Meaning of
astringent
in English
astringent
us
/əˈstrɪndʒənt/
uk
/əˈstrɪndʒənt/
#uncommon
Plural
astringent
Definitions
Noun
a
substance
that
constricts
tissue
;
reduces
blood
flow
The
doctor
applied
an
astringent
to
the
wound
to
stop
the
bleeding
.
Adjective
having
a
styptic
effect
;
tightening
tissue
Astringent
properties
of
the
medicine
helped
to
reduce
inflammation
.
causing
dryness
;
associated
with
tannins
The
astringent
taste
of
the
tea
was
due
to
its
high
tannin
content
.
