English dictionary

astringe

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Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.

verb

constrict or bind or draw together

verb.contact

Examples
Lemon juice astringes the tissue in the mouth.

Source: WordNet 3.0
become constricted or compressed

verb.change

Examples
The cold substance astringes.

Source: WordNet 3.0
To bind fast; to constrict; to contract; to cause parts to draw together; to compress.

verb

Source: webster1913