epithem
UK/ˈɛpɪθəm/
epithem noun: any external topical application to the body, except ointments and plasters; a poultice, lotion, etc.
Noun
epithem (plural epithems)
- Any external topical application to the body, except ointments and plasters; a poultice, lotion, etc.
- Bruel prescribes an epitheme for the heart, of bugloss, borage, water-lily, violet waters, sweet wine, balm leaves, nutmegs, cloves, etc., II.5.1.v
epithem meaning in Tamil
epithem in Tamil
- எப்பித்தெம்
Forms of epithem
| plural | epithems |
|---|---|
| alternative form | epitheme |
Origin of epithem
Borrowed from Ancient Greek ἐπίθεμα (epíthema).
Questions about epithem
- What does epithem mean?
- Epithem means any external topical application to the body, except ointments and plasters; a poultice, lotion, etc.
- What is epithem in Tamil?
- Epithem in Tamil is எப்பித்தெம். See Epithem meaning in Tamil.
- What part of speech is epithem?
- Epithem is a noun.
- How do you pronounce epithem?
- Epithem is pronounced /ˈɛpɪθəm/ (UK).
- What is the plural of epithem?
- The plural of epithem is epithems.
Words near epithem in the dictionary
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