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Definition of Basilicon

1. n. An ointment composed of wax, pitch, resin, and olive oil, lard, or other fatty substance.

Definition of Basilicon

1. Noun. (archaic medicine) Any of various ointments believed to have “sovereign” virtues. ¹

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Medical Definition of Basilicon

1. An ointment composed of wax, pitch, resin, and olive oil, lard, or other fatty substance. Origin: L. Basilicon, Gr, neut. Of: cf. F. Basilicon. See Basilica. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)

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