febrifugal

[ fi-brif-yuh-guhl, feb-ruh-fyoo-guhl ]

adjective

Origin of febrifugal

First recorded in 1655–65; see origin at febrifuge, -al¹

The bark of this tree possesses febrifugal properties and is also used for tanning.
Catalogue of Economic Plants in the Collection of the U. S. Department of Agriculture | William Saunders
It is said to possess febrifugal properties, and owing to its pleasant bitter taste it is used for flavoring cooling beverages.
Catalogue of Economic Plants in the Collection of the U. S. Department of Agriculture | William Saunders
It is highly esteemed by the inhabitants; the bark of the tree is astringent and febrifugal; the seeds are aperient and diuretic.
Catalogue of Economic Plants in the Collection of the U. S. Department of Agriculture | William Saunders
It yields a bitter oil, and is supposed to possess febrifugal properties.
The Social History of Smoking | G. L. Apperson

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