Constringent

Pronunciation: /ˈkɑnˈstɹɪndʒənt/

Constringent (adj)

  1. Causing body tissue to become tighter and smaller, often making skin or muscles feel firm.
  2. Making the mouth feel dry and tight, usually after drinking or eating something.
  3. Having a strong effect that limits movement or growth by making things contract.

Constringent (adjective)

Examples

  • The herb is constringent and tightens body tissue.
  • This cream is constringent, so it tightens body tissue.