euphorbium

See also: Euphorbium

English

Etymology

From Ancient Greek εὐφόρβιον (euphórbion).

Noun

euphorbium (uncountable)

  1. An acrid dull yellow or brown resin consisting of the concreted milky juice of several species of Euphorbia, formerly used as a purgative and emetic.
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