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How to pronounce “astringent

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Pronunciation guide for astringent

Learning goal
Practice the English pronunciation of astringent with real speech in context.
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Real speech example
Taste What You're MissingThat tannin will feel astringent on your tongue.
Definition summary
A substance which draws tissue together, thus restricting the flow of blood.

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How to pronounce astringent

Taste What You're Missing

That tannin will feel astringent on your tongue.

Example Sentences

A Deep Dive Into “astringent

Meaning

  • [Noun]
  • A substance which draws tissue together, thus restricting the flow of blood.
  • [Adjective]
  • Extremely sour, bitter.
  • Sharp, caustic, severe.
  • Causing a dry or puckering mouthfeel; characteristic of foods with high tannin content, such as certain kinds of berries and citrus fruits.
  • (medicine) Having the effect of drawing tissue together; styptic.

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