laxative
noun/ˈlæksətɪv/
Frequency rank: #17,753 most common English word
Meaning
a medicine or substance that helps stimulate bowel movements and relieve constipation.
Example sentence
The doctor recommended taking laxative to help relieve her constipation.
Synonyms & related words
- purgative
- cathartic
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