单词 | calefacient |
释义 | calefacient/ˌkalɪˈfeɪʃ(ə)nt![]() noun archaic A drug or other substance that gives a sensation of warmth.If taken with wax from Cyprus, with fresh olive oil, or with any other calefacient, this stone greatly helps those suffering from rheumatism and paralysis. OriginMid 17th century: from Latin calefacient- 'making warm', from the verb calefacere, from calere 'be warm' + facere 'make'. |
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