Laxative (Noun)
Meaning
A mild cathartic.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- A natural laxative like prune juice can help relieve constipation symptoms.
- The doctor recommended a gentle laxative to help stimulate bowel movements.
- Some herbal teas are known to have a laxative effect on the body.
- Grapes and figs are both considered a mild laxative and can be added to a diet.
- Prunes are often used as a laxative due to their high fiber and water content.