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alterative
UK /ˈɒl.tɹə.tɪv/ US /ˈɔl.tɚˌaɪ.tɪv/
adj 2noun 1
Definitions
noun
1
A medicine or treatment which works by changing processes within the body, rather than by evacuating something etc.
Amongst this number of cordials and alteratives I do not find a more present remedy than a cup of wine or strong drink, if it be soberly and opportunely used.
adj
1
Causing alteration.
2
Causing alteration.
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