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THERIACAL
Etymology
Adjective
theriacal (comparative more theriacal, superlative most theriacal)
(obsolete) Of or relating to theriac; medicinal.
Anagrams
• heartical, trachelia
Source: Wiktionary
The"ri*ac, The*ri"a*cal, a. Etym: [Cf. F. thériacal.]
Definition: Of or pertaining to theriac; medicinal. "Theriacal herbs." Bacon.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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AMISS
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