as·trin·gent
ə-ˈstrin-jənt 
1
: causing a tightening of soft organic tissues : styptic
astringently
adverb
: an astringent agent or substance: such as
a
: a medicine for checking the discharge of mucus or serum by causing shrinkage of tissue
b
: a liquid cosmetic for cleansing the skin and contracting the pores
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Adjective
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Adjective
If a whisky spends too much time aging, astringent wood notes will eventually overpower the flavor profile.
—Chris Perugini, Forbes, 31 Oct. 2024
These attacks were trying to get at the base of many different aspects of the war economy by taking out a cleaner and an astringent.
—Peter Suciu, Forbes, 22 Oct. 2024
Noun
Use mild products: Avoid skin products that can irritate, such as toners, astringents, and exfoliants.
—Mark Gurarie, Health, 28 Oct. 2024
Streets suggests this is because some formulas can contain harsh astringents.
—Jacqueline Kilikita, refinery29.com, 31 Jan. 2024
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“Astringent.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/astringent. Accessed 22 Nov. 2024.
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astringent
1 of 2 adjective
as·trin·gent
ə-ˈstrin-jənt
: able or tending to shrink body tissues
astringent lotions
astringently
adverb
astringent
2 of 2 noun
: an astringent substance
Medical Definition
astringent
1 of 2 adjective
as·trin·gent
ə-ˈstrin-jənt
: having the property of causing contraction of soft organic tissues
astringent cosmetic lotions
: as
a
: tending to shrink mucous membranes or raw or exposed tissues : checking discharge (as of serum or mucus) : styptic
b
: tending to pucker the tissues of the mouth
astringent fruits
astringent
2 of 2 noun
: an astringent agent or substance
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