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laxative

Definition

  • noun: a medicine or food that makes it easier for solid waste to pass through the body
  • noun: a usually mild laxative drug
  • adjective: having a tendency to loosen or relax
  • synonyms: purgative, aperient, evacuant

Examples

  • The herb has a mild 'laxative' effect.

  • The doctor prescribed a 'laxative'.

  • a dose of 'laxative'

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) and,and,I find that when I'm undergoing stress, that good food and company can have a comforting effect. Also, curry is a natural laxative, and I don't have to tell you, that,you know,a clean colon is just one less thing to worry about. Leonard,I'm no expert here, but I believe (..)
    2007 TvShow: The Big Bang Theory Title: Pilot Season: 1 Episode 1