astringency

Noun

Meaning

The quality of being astringent; the power of contracting the parts of the body; that quality in medicines or other substances which causes contraction of the organic textures; as, the astringency of tannin.

Source: Webster's dictionary

Synonyms

astringence stypsis temperance discipline flavor severity contraction bite condensation acidity bitterness austerity sharpness rigor constriction
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Antonyms

like permission excess diplomacy affection agitation
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Hypernyms

taste contractility gustatory perception gustatory sensation taste perception taste sensation

Examples

The Peruvian chocolate was a complete turn-around, with a wine-like flavor, a mild astringency, and incredibly boldness. Source: Internet

Characteristics of the flavor are saltiness and some astringency with umami. Source: Internet

This is not so sweet as some other varieties, but has some astringency and good umami(旨味). Source: Internet

There's a certain dryness and astringency that hits your palate first. Source: Internet

Close letter words and terms

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