Meaning of the word astringency in English
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astringency
US /əˈstrɪn.dʒən.si/
UK /əˈstrɪn.dʒən.si/
Noun
1.
the quality of being astringent; bitterness or tartness, or the ability to contract body tissues or blood vessels
Example:
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The wine had a noticeable astringency that dried out the palate.
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The facial toner's astringency helped tighten her pores.
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