Definition of calefacient in English:
calefacient
noun ˌkalɪˈfeɪʃ(ə)ntˌkæləˈfeɪʃ(ə)nt
archaic A drug or other substance that gives a sensation of warmth.
Example sentencesExamples
- We use two lines of products; one is with extract of green tea with calefacient effects.
- If taken with wax from Cyprus, with fresh olive oil, or with any other calefacient, this stone greatly helps those suffering from rheumatism and paralysis.
- I won't feel better unless there is a calefacient substance that will loosen up my neck and make my sinuses stop hurting..
Origin
Mid 17th century: from Latin calefacient- 'making warm', from the verb calefacere, from calere 'be warm' + facere 'make'.
Definition of calefacient in US English:
calefacient
nounˌkæləˈfeɪʃ(ə)ntˌkaləˈfāSH(ə)nt
archaic A drug or other agent causing a sensation of warmth.
Example sentencesExamples
- I won't feel better unless there is a calefacient substance that will loosen up my neck and make my sinuses stop hurting..
- We use two lines of products; one is with extract of green tea with calefacient effects.
- If taken with wax from Cyprus, with fresh olive oil, or with any other calefacient, this stone greatly helps those suffering from rheumatism and paralysis.
Origin
Mid 17th century: from Latin calefacient- ‘making warm’, from the verb calefacere, from calere ‘be warm’ + facere ‘make’.