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purgative

adjectivemasculinetechnicalrare/ɐpuɾɐˈtivu/a·pu·ra·ti·vo

Definition

1

Having the property of purging, purifying, or cleansing.

Usage examples

The chemical process had a purgative effect on the sample.
Some plants are known for their purgative qualities.

Common combinations

purgative effectpurgative properties