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Astriction
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What's The Definition Of Astriction?Synonyms | Synonyms for Astriction: Related Terms | Find terms related to Astriction: See Also | Astriction In Webster's Dictionary \As*tric"tion\, n. [L. astrictio.]
1. The act of binding; restriction; also, obligation.
--Milton.
2. (Med.)
(a) A contraction of parts by applications; the action of
an astringent substance on the animal economy.
--Dunglison.
(b) Constipation. --Arbuthnot.
3. Astringency. [Obs.] --Bacon.
4. (Scots Law) An obligation to have the grain growing on
certain lands ground at a certain mill, the owner paying a
toll. --Bell.
Note: The lands were said to be astricted to the mill.
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