Peruvian bark

noun

1. cinchona ( def 2 ).

Peruvian bark

noun

1. another name for cinchona

Word History and Origins

Origin of Peruvian bark¹

First recorded in 1655–65

Example Sentences

Tartar Emetic:—Take large doses of tea made of white oak bark, or peruvian bark.

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Inoculation, for instance, has saved more lives than war destroys: and the cures performed by the Peruvian-bark are innumerable.

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They even suggested calling him "Peruvian Bark," because a visit to his quarters was worse than a strong does of quinia.

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For the vertigo arising from indigestion, the peruvian bark and a blister are recommended.

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Now it is a fortunate circumstance that the Peruvian-bark trees differ from all others in the colour of their leaves.

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