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THERIACS
Noun
theriacs
plural of theriac
Anagrams
• Archites, Charites, chariest, stichera, trash ice
Source: Wiktionary
THERIAC
The"ri*ac, The*ri"a*ca, n. Etym: [L. theriaca an antidote against the bite of serpents, Gr. thériaque. See Treacle.]
1. (Old Med.)
Definition: An ancient composition esteemed efficacious against the effects of poison; especially, a certain compound of sixty-four drugs, prepared, pulverized, and reduced by means of honey to an electuary;
– called also theriaca Andromachi, and Venice treacle.
2. Treacle; molasses. British Pharm.
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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