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I . astringent [əˈstrɪnʤənt] N MED

astringent

środek m ściągający

II . astringent [əˈstrɪnʤənt] ADJ

1. astringent cream, lotion:

astringent

2. astringent fig:

astringent criticism

ostry

astringent satire

astringent wit

astringent remark

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English

Due to its astringent properties, a tea of plantain "leaves" can be ingested to treat diarrhea or dysentery. en.wikipedia.org

Some metal salts and acids have also been used as astringents. en.wikipedia.org

There is only a short period during the growing season when the sun is strong, which results in a sweeter and less astringent brew. en.wikipedia.org

White wheats have a lower content of phenolics and browning enzymes, and are generally less astringent in taste than red wheats. en.wikipedia.org

The fruit has a high tannin content which makes the immature fruit astringent and bitter. en.wikipedia.org

They are usually too astringent to eat until they are over-ripe and bletted. en.wikipedia.org

Aluminium salts also have a slight astringent effect on the pores; causing them to contract, further preventing sweat from reaching the surface of the skin. en.wikipedia.org

They are too fascinated by their astringent style to write a good, earthy musical show. en.wikipedia.org

It has a cooling, slightly bitter, and astringent flavour that many people enjoy. en.wikipedia.org

It is applied topically as an astringent after dilution with 10-40 parts of water. en.wikipedia.org

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