theriac

Meanings

• noun

  An ancient Greek therapeutic remedy, believed to be effective against various poisons and venoms, usually prepared from a mixture of various herbs, animal parts, and other substances.

  - "The theriac was considered a miracle cure in ancient Greece."
  - "Many believed that the theriac could protect against the deadliest of venoms."

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Variants

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theriac , theriacs , theriaca , theriacal , theriacas

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Etymology

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From the Greek word 'theriakon', meaning 'an antidote for wild beasts'.

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Trivia

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1. The theriac was also known as 'the Greek venice', as it was highly valued and traded extensively throughout the ancient world.

2. The exact recipe for the theriac was a closely guarded secret, and many variations existed.

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1. Mithridatium: Another ancient Greek antidote, similar to the theriac, which was named after King Mithridates VI of Pontus, who was said to have used it to protect himself against poison.

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Culture

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The theriac was widely used in ancient Greece and Rome, and was believed to have been discovered by the physician Nicias of Heracleia. It was often prepared in the form of a paste or ointment, and was considered a valuable possession for travelers and soldiers. The theriac was also mentioned in several works of literature, including the works of Pliny the Elder and Dioscorides.

How to Memorize "theriac"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a mixture of various herbs, animal parts, and other substances being prepared to create the theriac.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'theriac' with ancient Greek medicine and antidotes.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember the word 'theriac' as 'The Remedy Against Icy And Venomous Creatures'.

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