late 14c., from Old French laxatif (13c.), from Medieval Latin laxativus "loosening," from Latin laxatus, past participle of laxare "loosen," from laxus "loose, lax" (see lax). The noun meaning "a laxative medicine" is from late 14c.
双语例句
1. The artificial sweetener sorbitol has a laxative effect.
人工甜味剂山梨糖醇有通便作用。
来自柯林斯例句
2. Molasses are mildly laxative and something of a general tonic.
糖蜜有些许通便作用，兼具强身功能。
来自辞典例句
3. If you're constipated you may need a laxative.
便秘时可服用泻剂.
来自辞典例句
4. An agent for purging the bowels , especially a laxative.
一种清洗的药物;清洗肠道的药.
来自互联网
5. You need to use a laxative for more than 1 week.
