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
Example Sentences
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A substance which, by irritating the surface, excites action in the part to which it is applied, as a blister, an epispastic, a sinapism.
From Webster's Unabridged Dictionary (2nd 100 Pages) by Webster, Noah
The common sinapism is made of equal quantities of bread crumbs and mustard, a sufficient quantity of strong vinegar, and mixing all together into a poultice.
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 Eaton, Mary, fl. 1823-1849
It is the black Mustard which yields by its seeds the condiment of our tables, and the pungent yellow flour which we employ for the familiar stimulating poultice, or sinapism.
From Herbal Simples Approved for Modern Uses of Cure by Fernie, William Thomas
"Well! the Dujarrier was right," she said; "a woman's scheming works easier than a sinapism."
From His Excellency the Minister by Roberts, Henri
The sinapism will draw the current of the circulation to the exterior, the metastasis to the lungs or intestines is prevented, and the enfeebled nervous system is stimulated to renewed vigor by the peripheral irritation.
From Special Report on Diseases of the Horse by Michener, Charles B.
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