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astringent

UK
/əˈstrɪn.dʒənt/
US
/əˈstrɪn.dʒənt/

Translations

astringentnoun
astringents
pl
UK
/əˈstrɪn.dʒənt/
US
/əˈstrɪn.dʒənt/
вяжущее средство
The doctor recommended an astringent to help with the skin irritation.
Врач порекомендовал вяжущее средство для помощи с раздражением кожи.
Additional translations
стягивающее средство
вяжущее вещество
Synonyms
styptic
tonic
constrictor
purgative
astringentadjective
more astringent
Comp.
most astringent
Super.
UK
/əˈstrɪn.dʒənt/
US
/əˈstrɪn.dʒənt/
Her astringent remarks made everyone uncomfortable.
Ее резкие замечания заставили всех почувствовать себя неуютно.
The astringent taste of the unripe fruit was quite strong.
Вяжущий вкус незрелого фрукта был довольно сильным.
Additional translations
строгий
суровый
Synonyms
sharp
tart
harsh
severe
caustic
biting

Definitions

astringentnoun
A substance that causes the contraction of body tissues, typically used to reduce bleeding from minor abrasions.
The doctor applied an astringent to the wound to stop the bleeding.
A cosmetic or medicinal lotion used to tighten pores and cleanse the skin.
She used an astringent after washing her face to help reduce oiliness.
astringentadjective
Causing the contraction of body tissues, typically used to describe a substance that tightens skin or shrinks mucous membranes.
The astringent lotion helped reduce the appearance of her pores.
Sharp or severe in manner or style.
Her astringent remarks left the audience in stunned silence.
Having a slightly acidic or bitter taste or smell.
The astringent flavor of the unripe fruit made it difficult to eat.
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