diureticnoun [ C ]
uk/ˌdaɪ.jəˈret.ɪk/us/ˌdaɪ.jəˈret̬.ɪk/specializeda substance that causes an increase in the production of urine
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diuretic
adjective ukus
Examples from literature
- Diuretics are medicines which increase the flow of urine by their action upon the kidneys.
- Even in much less doses, it was a powerful diuretic.
- It is a diuretic, and may be prescribed with advantage in some kidney troubles.
- It was known what substances served as laxatives and diuretics.
- Red onions are an excellent diuretic, and the white ones are recommended raw as a remedy for insomnia.