About The Word Arnica
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Arnica
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What's The Definition Of Arnica?
[n] an ointment used in treating bruises
[n] any of various rhizomatous usually perennial plants of the genus Arnica [n] used especially in treating bruises Synonyms | Synonyms for Arnica: Related Terms | Find terms related to Arnica: See Also | Arnica montana | balm | genus Arnica | herb | herbaceous plant | ointment | salve | tincture | unction | unguent Arnica In Webster's Dictionary \Ar"ni*ca\, n. [Prob. a corruption of ptarmica.] (Bot.)
A genus of plants; also, the most important species ({Arnica
montana}), native of the mountains of Europe, used in
medicine as a narcotic and stimulant.
Note: The tincture of arnica is applied externally as a
remedy for bruises, sprains, etc.
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