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laxative in Malay

julap

/ˈlæk.sə.tɪv/

laxative in Malay: julap, pelawas. In English, laxative means having the effect of moving the bowels, or aiding digestion and preventing constipation.

Malay words for laxative

causing movement of the bowels
julap, pelawas

English meaning of laxative

  1. adjective Having the effect of moving the bowels, or aiding digestion and preventing constipation.
  2. noun Any substance, such as a food or in the form of a medicine which has a laxative effect.

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Questions about laxative in Malay

What is the meaning of laxative in Malay?
Laxative in Malay is julap, pelawas.
Apakah maksud laxative dalam bahasa Melayu?
Laxative: julap, pelawas.
What does laxative mean in English?
Laxative means having the effect of moving the bowels, or aiding digestion and preventing constipation.

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