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Chian turpentine

American  
[kahy-uhn] / ˈkaɪ ən /

noun

  1. turpentine.

Etymology

Origin of Chian turpentine

First recorded in 1885–90

Example Sentences

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Remedies, such as condurango and Chian turpentine, which furnished hope of such an effect, have, after prolonged trial, been abandoned as not justifying the confidence of the profession.

From A System of Practical Medicine by American Authors, Vol. I Volume 1: Pathology and General Diseases by Various

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