astringent

/əˈstɹɪn.d͡ʒənt/

ƏSTɹꞮN · d͡ʒənt (2 syllables)

English Noun

Definition

A substance which draws tissue together, thus restricting the flow of blood.

Etymology

From Latin adstringere (“to bind fast”), from ad (“toward”) + stringere (“bind, pull tight”). Compare stringent.