The wood is of an astringent nature, and if put into vinegar makes it stronger.

As this is an astringent, the doses must be proportioned accordingly, and the mixture is wholesome only while it remains sweet.

Hard water possesses an astringent quality, which prevents the goodness of the malt from being freely communicated to the liquor.

After the harsh, astringent drug, the flavour was soothing and gratifying.

Both root and flower are astringent and are given for dysentery.

The flowers are astringent and are used in infusion in cases of diarrhœa.

The fruit is astringent and is used in Java as an injection for gonorrhœa.

It is used for building purposes and, in medicine, as an astringent.

This preparation is also used in astringent gargles and injections.

When the skin is pale, lax, and wrinkled, astringent washes may be used.