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costive

/ˈkɒs.tɪv/

翻译: 过时形容词,指患便秘的或引起便秘的;也用于比喻义,形容吝啬或迟缓的人。

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adjective

/ˈkɒs.tɪv/C2formalmedical已废弃
  • zh过时形容词,指患便秘的或引起便秘的;也用于比喻义,形容吝啬或迟缓的人。

An obsolete adjective meaning constipated or causing constipation; also used figuratively to describe someone who is stingy or slow to act.

  1. ConstipatingC2formalmedical

    Having the effect of slowing down or preventing bowel movements; causing constipation.

    zh导致便秘的

    • The medication had a costive effect on the patient.
    • A diet low in fiber can be costive.
    • The doctor warned that some painkillers are costive.

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词形
  • more costive comparative form
  • most costive superlative form