febrifugal

[ fi-brif-yuh-guhl, feb-ruh-fyoo-guhl ]

adjective

1. of or acting as a febrifuge.

Word History and Origins

Origin of febrifugal¹

First recorded in 1655–65; febrifuge, -al ¹

Example Sentences

The bark of this tree possesses febrifugal properties and is also used for tanning.

From Project Gutenberg

It is said to possess febrifugal properties, and owing to its pleasant bitter taste it is used for flavoring cooling beverages.

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It is highly esteemed by the inhabitants; the bark of the tree is astringent and febrifugal; the seeds are aperient and diuretic.

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It yields a bitter oil, and is supposed to possess febrifugal properties.

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