Laksante (en. Laxative)

lakˈsante

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A type of medicine that induces bowel movements or urination.
I need to take a laxative to relieve constipation.
Kailangan kong uminom ng laksante upang maalis ang pagkatConstipate.

Etymology

from the Spanish word 'laxante'

Common Phrases and Expressions

take a laxative
to use a medicine that induces bowel movements.
umubo ng laksante

Related Words

medicine
A substance used for the treatment or prevention of illness.
gamot
constipation
A condition in which a person has difficulty in passing stools.
pagkatConstipate

Slang Meanings

Strengthener or energizer.
I bought laksante for my family, I want them to be more lively.
Bumili ako ng laksante para sa pamilya ko, gusto kong maging mas masigla sila.
Like quick or uncontrollable release (of waste).
That's it, I took a laksante and it feels like I'm going to die in the bathroom!
Tama na, kumain ako ng laksante at parang malapit na akong mamatay sa CR!
Like a magic pill for pooping.
That laksante is like magic! Just one drink, and it's nonstop!
Yung laksante na yan, parang magic! Isang inumin lang, tuloy-tuloy na ang paglabas!