stypiumPharm.|ˈstɪpɪəm| [quasi-L., f.Gr. στύπη tow.] A superior kind of carded oakum, used for surgical dressings. 1871Lancet 17 June 826/2 Stypium is antiseptic, and has an agreeable odour.1895Arnold & Sons' Catal.Surg. Instrum. 726 Stypium, per lb., {pstlg}0 1 0.