Join Discordastringent
/as.tʁɛ̃.ʒɑ̃/
1.
adjectivemasculineSing
causing contraction of tissues; drying or pore-tightening (skin care, topical products)
J'applique un produit astringent sur ma peau après le nettoyage.
I apply an astringent product to my skin after cleansing.
2.
adjectivemasculineSing
having a puckering, tart or tannic taste that makes the mouth feel dry
Ce vin est astringent en début de bouche, avec des tanins marqués.
This wine is astringent at first, with pronounced tannins.
3.
adjectivemasculineSing
figurative: sharp, severe or caustic in tone or style
Le ton de son article est astringent ; il ne ménage personne.
The tone of his article is astringent; he spares no one.