Definition of constringent in English:

constringent

adjective kənˈstrɪndʒ(ə)nt

Early 16th century: from Latin constringent- 'binding together', from the verb constringere (see constrain).

单词	constringent
释义	Definition of constringent in English: constringent adjective kənˈstrɪndʒ(ə)nt Causing constriction. Example sentencesExamples Water in which alum is dissolved, has indeed a constringent effect upon the animal fibre. Taxation is France is very constringent for the entrepreneurs. Old World regions, such as France and Italy, have to follow what are in some cases extremely constringent laws. That the cold of water is naturally constringent is evident from snow, which keeps flesh from corrupting a long time. Try a deep well, or a conservatory of snow, where the cold may be more constringent. Synonyms constricting, contracting, constrictive, styptic Origin Early 16th century: from Latin constringent- 'binding together', from the verb constringere (see constrain).
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