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Definition of Sinapism

1. Noun. A plaster containing powdered black mustard; applied to the skin as a counterirritant or rubefacient.

Definition of Sinapism

1. n. A plaster or poultice composed principally of powdered mustard seed, or containing the volatile oil of mustard seed. It is a powerful irritant.

Definition of Sinapism

1. Noun. Application of a mustard plaster ¹

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Definition of Sinapism

1. a pasty mixture applied to an irritated part of the body [n -S]

Medical Definition of Sinapism

1. A plaster or poultice composed principally of powdered mustard seed, or containing the volatile oil of mustard seed. It is a powerful irritant. Origin: L. Sinapismus, Gr, the use of a mustard blister, fr. To apply a mustard blister, fr. Mustard. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)

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