astringent meaning and definition

ASTRINGENT noun

Definition of astringent (noun)

1. a drug that causes contraction of body tissues and canals
   • synonyms: astringent drug, styptic

ASTRINGENT adjective

Definition of astringent (adjective)

1. sour or bitter in taste
   • synonyms: acerb, acerbic
2. tending to draw together or constrict soft organic tissue
   • "astringent cosmetic lotions"
   • antonym: nonastringent