English Explanatory Dictionary

Dover's powder

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A powder of ipecac and opium, formerly used to treat colds and fevers.

Word forms

Dover's powder Dover's powders

Etymology

Named after English physician Thomas Dover (1660–1742).

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