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
2 April 2025
(adjective) secret or hidden; not openly practiced or engaged in or shown or avowed; “covert actions by the CIA”; “covert funding for the rebels”
Decaffeinated coffee is not caffeine-free. Studies from the National Institute of Health (US) have shown that virtually all decaf coffee types contain caffeine. A 236-ml (8-oz) cup of decaf coffee contains up to 7 mg of caffeine, whereas a regular cup provided 70-140 mg.
