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Synonyms for astringent

Grammar : Adj
Spell : uh-strin-juhnt
Phonetic Transcription : əˈstrɪn dʒənt


Définition of astringent

Origin :
  • 1540s, from Latin astringentum (nominative astringens), present participle of astringere "to bind fast, tighten, contract," from ad- "to" (see ad-) + stringere "draw tight" (see strain (v.)). As a noun from 1620s.
  • adj harsh
Example sentences :
  • The wood is of an astringent nature, and if put into vinegar makes it stronger.
  • Extract from : « The History of Louisiana » by Le Page Du Pratz
  • As this is an astringent, the doses must be proportioned accordingly, and the mixture is wholesome only while it remains sweet.
  • Extract from : « The Cook and Housekeeper's Complete and Universal Dictionary; Including a System of Modern Cookery, in all Its Various Branches, » by Mary Eaton
  • Hard water possesses an astringent quality, which prevents the goodness of the malt from being freely communicated to the liquor.
  • Extract from : « The Cook and Housekeeper's Complete and Universal Dictionary; Including a System of Modern Cookery, in all Its Various Branches, » by Mary Eaton
  • After the harsh, astringent drug, the flavour was soothing and gratifying.
  • Extract from : « The Slave of Silence » by Fred M. White
  • Both root and flower are astringent and are given for dysentery.
  • Extract from : « The Medicinal Plants of the Philippines » by T. H. Pardo de Tavera
  • The fruit is astringent and is used in Java as an injection for gonorrhœa.
  • Extract from : « The Medicinal Plants of the Philippines » by T. H. Pardo de Tavera
  • The flowers are astringent and are used in infusion in cases of diarrhœa.
  • Extract from : « The Medicinal Plants of the Philippines » by T. H. Pardo de Tavera
  • It is used for building purposes and, in medicine, as an astringent.
  • Extract from : « The Medicinal Plants of the Philippines » by T. H. Pardo de Tavera
  • This preparation is also used in astringent gargles and injections.
  • Extract from : « The Medicinal Plants of the Philippines » by T. H. Pardo de Tavera
  • When the skin is pale, lax, and wrinkled, astringent washes may be used.
  • Extract from : « The Ladies Book of Useful Information » by Anonymous

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