Definition of laxative
: having a tendency to loosen or relax; specifically : producing bowel movements and relieving constipation
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Origin and Etymology of laxative
Middle English laxatif, from Medieval Latin laxativus, from Latin laxatus, past participle of laxare to loosen, from laxus
First Known Use: 14th century
laxative
Definition of laxative
: a usually mild laxative drug
Examples of laxative in a Sentence
The doctor prescribed a laxative.
14th Century
First Known Use of laxative
14th century
LAXATIVE Defined for English Language Learners
laxative
Definition of laxative for English Language Learners
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medical : a medicine or food that makes it easier for solid waste to pass through the body
LAXATIVE Defined for Kids
Definition of laxative for Students
: tending to relieve constipation
Definition of laxative for Students
: a medicine that relieves constipation
Medical Dictionary
laxative
Medical Definition of laxative
: a usually mild laxative drug
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