lithagogue

Meanings

• noun

  A person who administers or prescribes medicinal or therapeutic substances, especially minerals or stones.

  - "The lithagogue prepared a special elixir for the patient."
  - "In ancient times, lithagogues were renowned for their knowledge of healing minerals."

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Variants

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litigious , litigiously , litigiousness , litigiousnesses

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Etymology

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From the Greek word 'lithos' meaning stone and 'agoge' meaning to lead. A person who leads or guides stones, later came to mean one who administers medicinal stones.

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Trivia

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1. The famous Greek philosopher Hippocrates is believed to have been the first recorded lithagogue.

2. The use of minerals and stones for healing dates back to ancient civilizations such as Egypt, China, and India.

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1. Herbalist: Both lithagogues and herbalists were traditional healers who used natural remedies to cure illnesses.

2. Ayurveda: An ancient Indian system of medicine that uses minerals, herbs, and other natural substances for healing, similar to the practices of lithagogues.

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Culture

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In ancient Greece, lithagogues were highly respected members of society. They were often consulted for their expertise in using minerals and stones for healing purposes. Their knowledge was passed down through generations and they were considered to be the forerunners of modern medicine.

How to Memorize "lithagogue"

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   - Imagine a person wearing a robe adorned with various minerals and stones, surrounded by a garden filled with medicinal herbs.

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3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember that 'lith' in 'lithagogue' comes from the Greek word for stone, and 'agogue' means to lead or guide.

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