Carminative

C2 16+

Pronunciation: /kɑrˈmɪnətɪv/

Definitions of carminative

noun a substance that promotes the expulsion of gas from the stomach or intestines

Example Sentences

A1 I heard that carminatives can help with bloating.

A2 My grandmother always used carminatives to relieve gas and indigestion.

B1 Carminatives are often recommended for those with digestive issues.

B2 The doctor prescribed a carminative to help with my stomach problems.

C1 The herbalist recommended a specific carminative blend for my digestive issues.

C2 The pharmacist explained the different types of carminatives available for purchase.

adjective relating to or having the effect of relieving flatulence

Example Sentences

A1 My grandmother always drinks carminative tea to help with her digestion.

A2 I bought some carminative herbs from the store to make a soothing tea.

B1 The pharmacist recommended a carminative remedy for my stomach bloating.

B2 After a heavy meal, I find carminative drinks to be very effective in reducing gas.

C1 The doctor prescribed a carminative medication to alleviate my gastrointestinal issues.

C2 The herbalist suggested using carminative essential oils for a calming effect on the digestive system.

Examples of carminative in a Sentence

formal The doctor recommended a carminative herb to help with the patient's digestive issues.

informal My grandmother swears by carminative teas for relieving gas.

slang I always keep some carminative drops in my bag for when I eat too much.

figurative His calming presence was like a carminative for the tense situation.

Grammatical Forms of carminative

past tense

carminatived

plural

carminatives

comparative

more carminative

superlative

most carminative

present tense

carminates

future tense

will carminate

perfect tense

have carminated

continuous tense

is carminating

singular

carminative

positive degree

carminative

infinitive

to carminate

gerund

carminating

participle

carminated

Origin and Evolution of carminative

First Known Use: 0015 year
Language of Origin: Latin
Story behind the word: The word 'carminative' originated from the Latin word 'carminare' which means to card wool or to cleanse.
Evolution of the word: Originally used in the context of cleansing or purifying, the term 'carminative' evolved to refer to substances that relieve flatulence or promote the expulsion of gas from the digestive system.