Gregory's powder

noun

1. a formulation of rhubarb powder used as a laxative or purgative

Word History and Origins

Origin of Gregory's powder¹

C19: named after Dr James Gregory (1753–1821), who first made it

Example Sentences

Did you ever take Gregory's powder?

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I've mixed two teaspoonfuls of Gregory's powder with it!

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In one the defendant was Dr. Gregory, whose teaching was mainly responsible for the British system of medical practice in the early part of this century, viz., free purging, free bleeding, 33 and frequent blistering, and who was the inventor of that well known household remedy, Gregory’s powder.

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Quite a howl of delight went up from the young guests, who had never seen such appropriate confectionery before, and the basket was handed round by Belle amid a chorus of thanks, the United Sea Urchins consuming their own effigies with much appreciation, even Ruth and Edna, at the special request of Mrs. Stuart, being allowed for once to share the treat, though only on the distinct understanding that they submitted peaceably to a dose of Gregory's powder if the unwonted dainties disagreed with them.

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Edna Lowe had to go to Miss Kaye's room to take a dose of Gregory's powder, and she saw a big mask on the table, and an old jacket hanging over a chair.

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