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Astringent
əˈstrɪn(d)ʒ(ə)nt
Astringent definitions
adjective
astringent
- causing the contraction of skin cells and other body tissues
"an astringent skin lotion"
- (of taste or smell) slightly acidic or bitter
"fresh blackcurrants have a rather astringent flavour"
- sharp or severe in manner or style
"his subversive and astringent humour"
noun
astringent
astringents
- an astringent lotion applied to the skin to reduce bleeding from minor abrasions or as a cosmetic to make the skin less oily