Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
purgante
noun
pur-GAN-tay
Definition
A substance that causes a person to empty their bowels, used as a medicine to relieve constipation.
Examples
- The doctor prescribed a purgante to help with the patient’s constipation.
- After taking the purgante, she experienced relief from her discomfort.
Meaning
Purgante refers to a laxative or purgative agent that promotes bowel evacuation.
Synonyms
- laxative
- cathartic
- purgative