linseed meal
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of linseed meal
First recorded in 1590–1600
Example Sentences
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If there is any indication of abscess forming, poultices of linseed meal and bran made into a paste with hot water should be applied, or a mild blistering ointment rubbed in over the swollen gland.
From Special Report on Diseases of the Horse by Michener, Charles B.
The best poultice for the purpose is made of linseed meal, with sufficient hot water to make a thick paste.
From Special Report on Diseases of the Horse by Michener, Charles B.
If, however, the wound is so severe that sloughing must ensue, we should encourage it by poultices made of linseed meal, wheat bran, turnips, onions, bread and milk, or hops.
From Special Report on Diseases of the Horse by Michener, Charles B.
Oatmeal poultices are more stimulating and draw more rapidly than those made of linseed meal.
From Mother's Remedies Over One Thousand Tried and Tested Remedies from Mothers of the United States and Canada by Ritter, Thomas Jefferson
If there be pain or difficulty in breathing, apply a hot linseed meal poultice to the chest.
From Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 8, Slice 7 "Drama" to "Dublin" by Various
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