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GALENIC
Etymology
Adjective
galenic
of, or containing galena
Anagrams
• angelic
Etymology
Adjective
Galenic (not comparable)
of, or relating to Galen, his followers, principles or practices, especially relating to vegetable preparations used as remedies
Anagrams
• angelic
Source: Wiktionary
Ga*len"ic, Ga*len"ic*al (, a.
Definition: Pertaining to, or containing, galena.
Ga*len"ic, Ga*len"ic*al, an. Etym: [From Galen, the physician.]
Definition: Relating to Galen or to his principles and method of treating diseases. Dunglison. Galenic pharmacy, that branch of pharmacy which relates to the preparation of medicines by infusion, decoction, etc., as distinguished from those which are chemically prepared.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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RACY
(adjective) marked by richness and fullness of flavor; “a rich ruby port”; “full-bodied wines”; “a robust claret”; “the robust flavor of fresh-brewed coffee”
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