EPITHEM

Etymology

Noun

epithem (plural epithems)

(medicine, historical) Any external topical application to the body, except ointments and plasters; a poultice, lotion, etc.

Bruel prescribes an epitheme for the heart, of bugloss, borage, water-lily, violet waters, sweet wine, balm leaves, nutmegs, cloves, etc.

Source: Wiktionary


Ep"i*them, n. Etym: [L. epithema, Gr. épithème. See Epithet.] (Med.)

Definition: Any external topical application to the body, except ointments and plasters, as a poultice, lotion, etc.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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