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Definition of Laxative
Laxative

Having a tendency to loosen or relax.

Having the effect of loosening or opening the intestines, and relieving from constipation; -- opposed to astringent.

A laxative medicine. See the Note under Cathartic.

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Laxative Translations

laxative in Dutch is laxans, laxeermiddel
laxative in Spanish is purgante


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