pitch-plaster
/ˈpɪtʃplɑːstə/ /ˈpɪtʃplastə/Medicine. Now historical
noun
A dressing containing pitch, used as a depilatory. Also: a dressing containing Burgundy pitch, used in the treatment of chest and rheumatic disorders.
Origin
Early 17th century; earliest use found in Philemon Holland (1552–1637), translator. From pitch + plaster.
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