Definition of Ethiops
1. n. A black substance; -- formerly applied to various preparations of a black or very dark color.
Definition of Ethiops
1. an old name for various dingy chemicals [n -ES]
Medical Definition of Ethiops
1.
A black substance; formerly applied to various preparations of a black or very dark colour.
Alternative forms: aethiops] Ethiops martial, mercury in finely divided state, having the appearance of a dark powder, obtained by shaking it up or by exposure to the air.
Origin: NL. See Ethiop.
Source: Websters Dictionary
(01 Mar 1998)
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