CEFR C2

astringe

verb

Meaning

Cause the contraction or tightening of body tissues, such as skin or mucous membranes.

Examples

Certain herbal extracts are known to astringe the skin, reducing the appearance of pores.
The tonic was designed to astringe the surface of the gums after the dental procedure.

Synonyms: tighten, constrict, pucker, contract

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astringe (C2)

verb

Pronunciation: /əˈstrɪndʒ/

Definition

Cause the contraction or tightening of body tissues, such as skin or mucous membranes.

Examples

Certain herbal extracts are known to astringe the skin, reducing the appearance of pores.
The tonic was designed to astringe the surface of the gums after the dental procedure.

How to Use astringe

astringe the skin (collocation): to cause skin to tighten — "The lotion is formulated to astringe the skin after cleansing."
be astringed by (collocation): to undergo tightening due to a substance — "The tissues are astringed by the application of the chemical solution."

Synonyms of astringe

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