sinapism
Americannoun
noun
Etymology
Origin of sinapism
1595–1605; < Medieval Latin sināpisma (feminine) < Greek sināpismós (masculine) application of mustard, equivalent to sināp ( ízein ) to apply mustard (derivative of sínāpi mustard; see -ize) + -ismos -ism
Example Sentences
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"Well! the Dujarrier was right," she said; "a woman's scheming works easier than a sinapism."
From His Excellency the Minister by Roberts, Henri
The sinapism which the doctor ordered was applied to the hepatic region, and a small dose of calomel was administered.
From A Mummer's Wife by Moore, George (George Augustus)
When a sinapism is required to be more stimulating, a little bruised garlic may be added.
From The Cook and Housekeeper's Complete and Universal Dictionary; Including a System of Modern Cookery, in all Its Various Branches, Adapted to the Use of Private Families by Eaton, Mary, fl. 1823-1849
She threatened me this morning with a sinapism if I were not better by evening.
From Aurora the Magnificent by Brownell, Gertrude Hall
The common sinapism is made of equal quantities of bread crumbs and mustard, a sufficient quantity of strong vinegar, and mixing all together into a poultice.
From The Cook and Housekeeper's Complete and Universal Dictionary; Including a System of Modern Cookery, in all Its Various Branches, Adapted to the Use of Private Families by Eaton, Mary, fl. 1823-1849
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