astringent
adjective uk/əˈstrɪn.dʒənt/ us/əˈstrɪn.dʒənt/
(MEDICINE)
收敛的;止血的
An astringent substance causes the skin or other tissue to tighten.
an astringent cream 收敛膏
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- Zinc sulphate is used as an astringent lotion for ulcers.
- The cream combines the astringent actions of sage, lemon and witch hazel with the softening benefits of camomile.
- The herb is known for its astringent properties.
(SEVERE)
辛辣的；尖刻的
Astringent remarks are clever but unkind or criticize someone.
astringent criticism 尖刻的批评
her astringent wit 她那尖刻的诙谐
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- Her writing is refreshingly astringent and provocative.
- This smartly astringent drama explores the topic of political reform.
- The movie is full of astringent aphorisms.
astringent
noun [ C ] uk/əˈstrɪn.dʒənt/ us/əˈstrɪn.dʒənt/
收敛剂;止血药
a drug or cream that causes the skin or other tissue to tighten
You can use an astringent to make your skin less oily. 你可以用收敛水来减弱皮肤的油性。
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- The plant's roots are used in medicine as an astringent.
- I use the tea on my skin as an astringent.
- After shaving, use after-shave as an astringent.
- Peppermint oil is used in products such as mouthwashes, toothpaste, astringents or lip balms.