Definitions

1. adjective

Produced by or containing gamboge, a yellowish resin used as a dye or medicine; or, relating to the Gamboge tree.

“The gambogic properties of the resin have been used for centuries in traditional medicine.”

2. noun

A compound, especially one with gamboge, used in medicine or as a dye.

“The gambogic used in the traditional remedy has been found to have remarkable healing properties.”