Clues for the word "ASTRINGENCY"

We've had 2 crossword clues used for this word, and seen it 2 times in crosswords. It was last seen in Guardian Cryptic crossword on February 18, 2015.

Definition of astringency

n. - 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.

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Last Seen In

Guardian Cryptic - February 18, 2015
Guardian Quick - December 19, 2014