laxate

/ˈlæksət/; /læksˈeɪt/

Definitions

1. verb

to loosen or relax the bowels; to have loose or watery stools

“The laxative helped her to laxate after eating the spicy meal.”

2. verb

to make something less strict or severe

“The new law aimed to laxate the rules for entrepreneurs.”

3. noun

a substance or medicine used to induce bowel movements

“The doctor prescribed a laxate to help her patient recover.”

Synonyms

  • lax
  • loosen
  • relax

Antonyms

  • constrict
  • tighten