Stypsis
ahd-5
noun.
The action or application of a styptic.
The Century Dictionary and Cyclopedia
noun.
The producing of a styptic effect; the effect produced.
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noun.
astringency
noun.
The use, or the action of a
styptic
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noun.
the ability to contract or draw together soft body tissues to check blood flow or restrict secretion of fluids
Hypernym
Words that are more generic or abstract
contractility