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SINAPISM
Etymology
Noun
sinapism (plural sinapisms)
A mustard plaster.
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Sin"a*pism, n. Etym: [L. sinapismus, Gr. (Med.)
Definition: A plaster or poultice composed principally of powdered mustard seed, or containing the volatile oil of mustard seed. It is a powerful irritant.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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