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A Chymical Dictionary
Gerhard Dorn and John French · Diotimos Editions · 2026
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At a Glance
- The wordA medicine described as universal in relation to gout.
- In the bookThe dictionary gives no composition or particular source of the preparation in this sentence.
- A place to readThe historical definition below, 1650 dictionary, unnumbered definition page 37; facsimile PDF page 365.
Historical definition
Ossa paraleli are a universal medicine for gout.
Meaning
The scope of the claim is governed by for gout. The word universal should remain attached to that named purpose, rather than being expanded into a statement that the medicine cures every possible illness.
Use in the book
The dictionary gives no composition or particular source of the preparation in this sentence. The old therapeutic description is retained as the compiler’s claim.
Places to read
- Ossa paraleliRead the complete historical definition and its commentary.
- PercipiolumA medicine defined through approval.
- PreservativaRemedies classified through preservation from corruption.
Source note
Historical source. 1650 dictionary, unnumbered definition page 37; facsimile PDF page 365 — Facsimile