Extremely sour, bitter.
Sharp, caustic, severe.
Causing a dry or puckering mouthfeel; characteristic of foods with high tannin content, such as certain kinds of berries and citrus fruits.
Having the effect of drawing tissue together; styptic.
A substance which draws tissue together, thus restricting the flow of blood.
That groans.
Heavily laden, as if to creak under the strain.
A low sound associated with extended suffering, sorrow, and toil.