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Cathartic vs Azedarach - What's the difference?

cathartic | azedarach |

As nouns the difference between cathartic and azedarach

is that cathartic is a laxative while azedarach is an asiatic tree ( ), common in the southern united states, commonly called bead tree, chinaberry, etc.

As a adjective cathartic

is purgative; inducing catharsis.

cathartic

English

Alternative forms

* cathartick (obsolete)

Adjective

(en adjective)
  • purgative; inducing catharsis
  • That releases emotional tension, especially after an overwhelming experience

    • Noun

    (en noun)
  • A laxative

    • azedarach

    English

    Noun

    (en noun)
  • An Asiatic tree (Melia azedarach ), common in the southern United States, commonly called bead tree, chinaberry, etc.
  • The bark of the roots of the azedarach, used as a cathartic and emetic

    • Synonyms

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    See also

    * neem * margosa