calomel
Americannoun
noun
Etymology
Origin of calomel
1670–80; < New Latin calomelas coined from Greek kaló ( s ) fair + mélas black; allegedly so called because its original preparation involved turning black powder into white
Example Sentences
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Calomel may also be used, with a view to promote the absorption of the tubercles; but the success is questionable.
From Sheep, Swine, and Poultry Embracing the History and Varieties of Each; The Best Modes of Breeding; Their Feeding and Management; Together with etc. by Jennings, Robert
Calomel a grain every night, or sublimate a quarter of a grain twice a day for a fortnight.
From Zoonomia, Vol. II Or, the Laws of Organic Life by Darwin, Erasmus
Calomel, applied to the eye, is especially useful in such cases.
From Special Report on Diseases of Cattle by United States. Bureau of Animal Industry
Calomel and Suggestion.—Such mistaken notions as to therapeutic efficiency are not confined to centuries before our own.
From Psychotherapy by Walsh, James J. (James Joseph)
Calomel or sublimate given as an alterative for ten days before inoculation, and till the eruptive fever commences, is said with certainty to render the disease mild by the same author.
From Zoonomia, Vol. II Or, the Laws of Organic Life by Darwin, Erasmus
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