Definitions

1. verb

to make or become affected by ergot, a fungus that infects rye or other grains, often causing hallucinations or other abnormal effects

“The old folk remedy was rumored to ergotize the village, leaving its residents in a trance-like state”

2. verb

to take or use ergot, especially in the production of a drug or medicine

“The pharmacist must carefully ergotize the mixture to ensure the correct dosage”