astringent

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But it does have a light bullshit aroma, backed by flim-flam notes and an astringent scam aftertaste.

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Quick take

a drug that causes contraction of body tissues and canals

Meaning at a glance

The clearest senses and uses of astringent gathered in one view.

noun

a drug that causes contraction of body tissues and canals

adjective

sour or bitter in taste

adjective

tending to draw together or constrict soft organic tissue; "astringent cosmetic lotions"

Definitions

Core meanings and parts of speech for astringent.

noun

a drug that causes contraction of body tissues and canals

adjective

sour or bitter in taste

adjective

tending to draw together or constrict soft organic tissue; "astringent cosmetic lotions"

Example sentences

But it does have a light bullshit aroma, backed by flim-flam notes and an astringent scam aftertaste.

" because we had entirely opposite tastes when it came to the astringent characteristics of tea.

And if you happen to know red wine tends to be less acidic and more astringent than white wine, I can also guarantee you will be able to pick out which is which.

"It is now known that many of the most beneficial phytonutrients have a bitter, sour or astringent taste"Well, thanks evolution..."A blast of radiation had turned the corn into a sugar factory!

Imagine the shock, when one sinks their teeth into one of those beautiful, perfect looking, huge, shiny, spotless and bright red strawberries, and instead of the expected explosion of sweet, fruity flavor, the mouth fills with the tart, watery and astringent culinary assault familiar to the poor flavor deprived Dutch.