laxative

/ˈlæk.sə.tɪv/

LÆK · sə · tɪv (3 syllables)

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Definition

Having the effect of moving the bowels, or aiding digestion and preventing constipation.

Etymology

From Middle French laxatif, from Latin laxātīvus (literally “relaxing, loosening”).

Example Sentences

  • "BOlvs in Engliſh is called a morſell. It is a medicine laxatiue, in forme & faſhion it is meanely whole, & it is ſwallowed by litle gobbets."
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