carminative

carminative Definition

car·mina·tive (kär min′ə tiv, kär′mə nāt′iv)

adjective

causing gas to be expelled from the stomach and intestines

Etymology: ModL carminativus < L carminatus, pp. of carminare, cleanse < carrere, card

noun

a carminative medicine

carminative Usage Examples

Modifies a noun

herb: Lemon balm is another carminative herb used traditionally for indigestion.
action: This soothing effect is known as a carminative action.
effect: Ashwagandha has a carminative effect on the nervous system promoting relaxation whilst also tonifying and strengthening the nerves.

Used with adjective complement

include: The benefits include carminative, antipyretic, diaphoretic and diuretic agents.

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