[ ə'strɪn(d)ʒ(ə)nt ]
■ adjective
1》 causing the contraction of skin cells and other body tissues.
2》 sharp or severe in manner or style.
↘(of taste or smell) sharp or bitter.
■ noun an ~ lotion that is applied to the skin for cosmetic purposes or to reduce bleeding from minor abrasions.
Derivatives
astringency noun
~ly adverb
Origin
C16: from Fr., from L. ~- , astringere 'pull tight'.