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febrifugal

/fi-brif-yuh-guhl, feb-ruh-fyoo-guhl/US // fɪˈbrɪf yə gəl, ˌfɛb rəˈfyu gəl //

离心,离心式,离心式的,离心力

Definitions

adj.形容词 adjective
  1. 1
    • : of or acting as a febrifuge.

Examples

  • The bark of this tree possesses febrifugal properties and is also used for tanning.

  • It is said to possess febrifugal properties, and owing to its pleasant bitter taste it is used for flavoring cooling beverages.

  • It is highly esteemed by the inhabitants; the bark of the tree is astringent and febrifugal; the seeds are aperient and diuretic.

  • It yields a bitter oil, and is supposed to possess febrifugal properties.