theriacal

Meanings

• noun

  A type of ancient Greek antidote or therapeutic remedy, believed to cure poisonous bites and venomous stings.

  - "The theriacal was used to treat the venomous bite of a snake."
  - "The ancient Greeks believed that the theriacal could cure all poisons."
  - "The recipe for the theriacal was a closely guarded secret."

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Variants

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theriac , theriaca , theriacal , theriacas

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Etymology

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

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Trivia

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1. The theriacal was often made from a variety of ingredients, including opium, honey, and various herbs and animal parts.

2. The theriacal was said to be effective against not only poisonous bites and stings, but also against various diseases and ailments.

3. The recipe for the theriacal was passed down through the centuries, and was still being used in Europe as late as the 18th century.

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1. Mithridatum: Another ancient Greek antidote, similar to the theriacal, which was believed to provide immunity to poisons.

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Culture

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The theriacal was a popular remedy in ancient Greece and Rome, and was believed to have been created by the physician Aristeas of Proconnesus. It was often depicted in art and literature, and was considered a symbol of healing and protection against poisonous creatures.

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3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember that 'theriacal' starts with the letter 'T', which can remind you of 'Toxins' and 'Treatments'.

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