Lexic.us

Definition of Emulgent

1. a. Pertaining to the kidneys; renal; as, emulgent arteries and veins.

2. n. A medicine that excites the flow of bile.

Definition of Emulgent

1. Adjective. Of a straining or purifying process ¹

2. Adjective. (medicine) Of the renal arteries and veins ¹

3. Noun. (medicine) A substance promoting bile or urine production ¹

¹ Source: wiktionary.com

Definition of Emulgent

1. acting as a drain for [adj]

Medical Definition of Emulgent

1. Pertaining to the kidneys; renal; as, emulgent arteries and veins. An emulgent vessel, as a renal artery or vein. Origin: L. Emulgens, p. Pr. Of emulgere to milk out: cf. F. Emulgent. So called because regarded by the ancients as straining out the serum, as if by milking, and so producing the urine. A medicine that excites the flow of bile. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)

Lexicographical Neighbors of Emulgent

Other Resources: