depressant


de·pres·sant

noun \di-ˈpre-sənt, dē-\

Definition of DEPRESSANT

: one that depresses; specifically : an agent that reduces a bodily functional activity or an instinctive desire (as appetite)
depressant adjective

First Known Use of DEPRESSANT

1876

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