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An Astringent Crossword Clue

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noun

• a person who has received a degree from a school (high school or college or university)

• a white crystalline double sulfate of aluminum: the ammonium double sulfate of aluminum

• a white crystalline double sulfate of aluminum: the potassium double sulfate of aluminum

• a double sulphate of aluminum and potassium that is used as an astringent (among other things)

28%7Astringent
adjective satellite

• tasting or smelling like vinegar

28%12Astringent
adjective satellite

• somewhat bitter

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New York Times08 Aug 1984 Down 2
New York Times12 Oct 1983 Across 39
New York Times05 Dec 1980 Down 33
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