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anacathartic, a. and n. Med.|ˌænəkəˈθɑːtɪk| [f. Gr. ἀνά upward + cathartic.] A. adj. Causing anacatharsis, i.e. vomiting or expectoration.
1696Phillips, Anacathartic, purging by the upper parts; as provoking to vomit, sweat or salivation. 1753Chambers Cycl. Supp. s.v., Blancard..extends anacathartic medicines to all those which work upwards. 1853in Mayne Exp. Lex. B. n. An anacathartic medicine or drug. (Now commonly written anocathartic.) |