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单词 calefacient
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Definition of calefacient in English:

calefacient

noun ˌkalɪˈfeɪʃ(ə)ntˌkæləˈfeɪʃ(ə)nt
archaic
  • A drug or other substance that gives a sensation of warmth.

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    Example sentencesExamples
    • We use two lines of products; one is with extract of green tea with calefacient effects.
    • 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.
    • I won't feel better unless there is a calefacient substance that will loosen up my neck and make my sinuses stop hurting..

Origin

Mid 17th century: from Latin calefacient- 'making warm', from the verb calefacere, from calere 'be warm' + facere 'make'.

Definition of calefacient in US English:

calefacient

nounˌkæləˈfeɪʃ(ə)ntˌkaləˈfāSH(ə)nt
archaic
  • A drug or other agent causing a sensation of warmth.

    〔医〕〈古〉发暖药

    Example sentencesExamples
    • I won't feel better unless there is a calefacient substance that will loosen up my neck and make my sinuses stop hurting..
    • We use two lines of products; one is with extract of green tea with calefacient effects.
    • 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.

Origin

Mid 17th century: from Latin calefacient- ‘making warm’, from the verb calefacere, from calere ‘be warm’ + facere ‘make’.

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