late 14c., from Old French laxatif (13c.), from Medieval Latin laxativus "loosening," from Latin laxatus, past participle of laxare "loosen," from laxus "loose, lax" (see lax). The noun meaning "a laxative medicine" is from late 14c.
权威例句
1. The artificial sweetener sorbitol has a laxative effect.
人工甜味剂山梨糖醇有通便作用。
2. Molasses are mildly laxative and something of a general tonic.
糖蜜有些许通便作用,兼具强身功能。
3. If you're constipated you may need a laxative.
便秘时可服用泻剂.
4. An agent for purging the bowels , especially a laxative.
一种清洗的药物;清洗肠道的药.
5. You need to use a laxative for more than 1 week.