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Definition astringent in British English

astringent adjective

adjective
/əˈstrɪndʒ(ə)nt/
1

an astringent substance or liquid makes your skin drier or helps to stop a cut from bleeding

Synonyms and related words
absorbent astringent harsh
2

an astringent taste is one that is strong and bitter

Synonyms and related words
acid acidic astringent
3

an astringent remark is one that criticizes someone severely

Synonyms and related words
accusatory accusing acerbic acid acrid allusive
Definition astringent in British English