About The Word Theriac
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Theriac
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What's The Definition Of Theriac?Synonyms | Synonyms for Theriac: Related Terms | Find terms related to Theriac: See Also | Theriac In Webster's Dictionary \The"ri*ac\, Theriaca \The*ri"a*ca\, n. [L. theriaca an
antidote against the bite of serpents, Gr. ?: cf. F.
th['e]riaque. See {Treacle}.]
1. (Old Med.) 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\, Theriacal \The*ri"a*cal\, a. [Cf. F. th['e]riacal.] Of or pertaining to theriac; medicinal. ``Theriacal herbs.'' --Bacon. |
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