theriacal

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Definition of theriacal in English English dictionary

{a} of or like treacle, medicinal, physical

An ancient composition esteemed efficacious against the effects of poison; especially, a certain compound of sixty-four drugs, prepared, pulverized, and reduced by means of honey to an electuary; called also theriaca Andromachi, and Venice treacle

Of or pertaining to theriac; medicinal

Treacle; molasses

Hyphenation

the·ri·a·cal