laxative

UK
/ˈlæk.sə.tɪv/
US
/ˈlæk.sə.tɪv/

Translations

laxativenoun
laxatives
pl
UK
/ˈlæk.sə.tɪv/
US
/ˈlæk.sə.tɪv/
The doctor prescribed a laxative to help with constipation.
Врач прописал слабительное, чтобы помочь при запоре.
Additional translations
средство от запора
послабляющее средство
Synonyms
laxativeadjective
more laxative
Comp.
most laxative
Super.
UK
/ˈlæk.sə.tɪv/
US
/ˈlæk.sə.tɪv/
The doctor recommended a laxative diet to help with digestion.
Врач рекомендовал слабительную диету для улучшения пищеварения.

Definitions

laxativenoun
A substance that is used to stimulate or facilitate bowel movements.
The doctor prescribed a mild laxative to help relieve the patient's constipation.
laxativeadjective
Relating to or having the effect of loosening or relaxing, especially in reference to the bowels.
The doctor recommended a laxative diet to help with her digestive issues.