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Definition of Alkermes
1. n. A compound cordial, in the form of a confection, deriving its name from the kermes insect, its principal ingredient.
Definition of Alkermes
1. Noun. The desiccated bodies of certain insects (female ''Kermes ilicis'' and ''Kermes vermilio''), which live on the kermes oak, formerly much used as a material for dye and a medicinal ingredient; also a given mixture, preparation etc. containing such insects. ¹
2. Noun. A red Italian alcoholic liqueur. ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Medical Definition of Alkermes
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