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Astringency
əˈstrɪn(d)ʒ(ə)n(t)si
Astringency definitions
noun
astringencies
astringency
- the property of causing skin cells or other body tissues to contract
"witch hazel is valued for its astringency and its toning properties"
- slight acidity or bitterness of taste or smell
"you can add a bag of fruit-flavoured tea to the cup to minimize the astringency of green tea"
- sharpness or severity in manner or style
"the astringency of his personality"