adjective
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stimulating gastric activity
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of or relating to the stomach
noun
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Etymology
Origin of stomachic
1650–60; < Latin stomachicus < Greek stomachikós. See stomach, -ic
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It is aromatic, sudorific, and stomachic, and grows very well in this country.
From Hand-Book of Practical Cookery for Ladies and Professional Cooks by Pierre Blot
Apparently this was very distressful to the defendant, for he was instantly seized with violent stomachic pains.
From Cupid in Africa by P. C. Wren
The heart, however, appeared to be pushed up somewhat, and it was thought that this might be partly due to stomachic distention, but a mustard emetic produced little effect.
From Neuralgia and the Diseases that Resemble it by Francis E. Anstie
Their appetite becomes depraved, and, from being shut out from access to the stomachic intended for them by nature, they take to devouring earth, or any substance capable of serving as a substitute for it.
From A Treatise on Sheep: The Best Means for their Improvement, General Management, and the Treatment of their Diseases. by Ambrose Blacklock
Its chief use is as a condiment or spice, but as an aromatic and stomachic medicine it is also used internally.
From Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 12, Slice 1 "Gichtel, Johann" to "Glory" by Various
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