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ALEXIPHARMIC

\ɐlˌɛksɪfˈɑːmɪk], \ɐlˌɛksɪfˈɑːmɪk], \ɐ_l_ˌɛ_k_s_ɪ_f_ˈɑː_m_ɪ_k]\

Definitions of ALEXIPHARMIC

1914 - Nuttall's Standard dictionary of the English language
1874 - Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language
1846 - Medical lexicon: a dictionary of medical science

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Acting as an antidote.
A counteractive.

1914 - Nuttall's Standard dictionary of the English language
By Nuttall, P.Austin.

Having the effect of expelling poison or infection by sweat.
The medicine that expels poison.

1874 - Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language
By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H.

A term formerly used for medicines which were considered proper for expelling from the body various morbific principles, or for preventing the bad effects of poisons taken inwardly.

1846 - Medical lexicon: a dictionary of medical science
By Robley Dunglison

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