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Astringent
/əˈstɹɪn.dʒənt/
A substance which draws tissue together, thus restricting the flow of blood.
📖 Definitions of "Astringent"
noun
- 1
A substance which draws tissue together, thus restricting the flow of blood.
adjective
- 1
Extremely sour, bitter.
- 2
Sharp, caustic, severe.
- 3
Causing a dry or puckering mouthfeel; characteristic of foods with high tannin content, such as certain kinds of berries and citrus fruits.
- 4
Having the effect of drawing tissue together; styptic.
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