cataplasm
Example Sentences
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But it does more than all this, it even assuages choler; it is an admirable cataplasm for rage.
From Ebrietatis Encomium or, the Praise of Drunkenness by Samber, Robert
Presently also it was applied to other parts as a cataplasm.
From Herbal Simples Approved for Modern Uses of Cure by Fernie, William Thomas
It will be easier to bear than the cataplasm I should have given you, had your apprehensions been well founded.
From Old Saint Paul's A Tale of the Plague and the Fire by Ainsworth, William Harrison
A Water-cress cataplasm applied cold in a single layer, and with a pinch of salt sprinkled thereupon makes a most useful poultice to heal foul scrofulous ulcers; and will also help to resolve glandular swellings.
From Herbal Simples Approved for Modern Uses of Cure by Fernie, William Thomas
To counteract the damage, pharmacy has gone forth with medicament, panacea, elixir, embrocation, salve, and cataplasm.
From The Abominations of Modern Society by Talmage, T. De Witt (Thomas De Witt)
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