electuary

/ɛlɛkˈtɛɹi/

Definitions

1. noun

A medicinal mixture or preparation, especially a sweetened electuary.

“The apothecary sold various electuaries made from natural herbs.”

2. verb

To prepare or mix electuaries.

“The pharmacist elected to electuary the medicinal powder with honey.”

Synonyms

  • medicinal mixture
  • preparation

Antonyms

  • poison
  • toxic substance