sinapism
Americannoun
noun
Etymology
Origin of sinapism
1595–1605; < Medieval Latin sināpisma (feminine) < Greek sināpismós (masculine) application of mustard, equivalent to sināp ( ízein ) to apply mustard (derivative of sínāpi mustard; see -ize) + -ismos -ism
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She threatened me this morning with a sinapism if I were not better by evening.
From Aurora the Magnificent by Gertrude Hall Brownell
The scarlatinous rash usually, when fully developed, resembles that produced by external heat or the application of a sinapism.
From A System of Practical Medicine by American Authors, Vol. I Volume 1: Pathology and General Diseases by Various
When a sinapism is required to be more stimulating, a little bruised garlic may be added.
From The Cook and Housekeeper's Complete and Universal Dictionary; Including a System of Modern Cookery, in all Its Various Branches, Adapted to the Use of Private Families by Mary Eaton
The sinapism is a poultice made of vinegar instead of milk, and rendered warm and stimulating by the addition of mustard, horseradish, or garlic.
From The Cook and Housekeeper's Complete and Universal Dictionary; Including a System of Modern Cookery, in all Its Various Branches, Adapted to the Use of Private Families by Mary Eaton
"Well! the Dujarrier was right," she said; "a woman's scheming works easier than a sinapism."
From His Excellency the Minister by Henri Roberts
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