oxymel

/ˈɒksɪˌmɛl/

Definitions

1. noun

A mixture of honey and vinegar, used as a medicinal agent, especially to relieve sore throats.

“The ancient Greeks used oxymel to treat various ailments.”

2. noun

A compound of a bitter or astringent substance with a sweet one, used in medicine.

“The herbalist carefully crafted an oxymel from the bitter roots and sweet berries.”

Synonyms

  • medicinal draught
  • tonic

Antonyms

  • poison
  • toxin