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stypsis
1. The ability to contract or to draw together soft body tissues to stop blood flow or restrict secretion of fluids.
2. Astringency or the use of an astringent (causing the contraction of body tissues).
3. Astringency; astringent action (a substance or preparation; such as, alum, that draws together or constricts body tissues and is effective in stopping the flow of blood or other secretions).
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