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Definition of Monesia

1. n. The bark, or a vegetable extract brought in solid cakes from South America and believed to be derived from the bark, of the tree Chrysophyllum glycyphlœum. It is used as an alterative and astringent.

Definition of Monesia

1. Noun. (medicine dated) A vegetable extract brought in solid cakes from South America, believed to be derived from the bark of the tree ''Chrysophyllum glycyphloeum'', and used as an alterative and astringent. ¹

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Medical Definition of Monesia

1. The bark, or a vegetable extract brought in solid cakes from South America and believed to be derived from the bark, of the tree Chrysophyllum glycyphloeum. It is used as an alterative and astringent. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)

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