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(1):

(a.) Having the effect of loosening or opening the intestines, and relieving from constipation; - opposed to astringent.

(2):

(n.) A laxative medicine. See the Note under Cathartic.

(3):

(a.) Having a tendency to loosen or relax.

Bibliography Information
Webster, Noah. Entry for 'Laxative'. Noah Webster's American Dictionary. https://www.studylight.org/​dictionaries/​eng/​web/​l/laxative.html. 1828.
 
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