SINAPISMS

Noun

sinapisms

plural of sinapism

Source: Wiktionary


SINAPISM

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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