Chemical Lexicon

both in prevention and in cure, and that by internal as well as external use.

Internally, shavings and prepared specifics are administered.

Externally, a particle is included in a ring and worn on the finger (commonly) the marital one, which is the one next to the little finger, so that it faces the palm: or worn on the same finger in a ring specially crafted for it. It is also placed in the fist and applied to the pulse; it is even inserted into the (left) ear and hung from the neck so that it touches the skin.

It is reported to be recognized by its odor, which it exhibits as a pleasant incense.

Acte Dwarf Elder, or low Sambucus Elderberry. A frequent and well-known plant.

Quercetanus not undeservedly highly praises the Tragea a medicinal powder of this plant’s seeds, made according to his prescription, for stopping all kinds of fluxes, above many other medicines.

Abefamum, Wheel-clay.

Abesum, Quicklime.

Abicum, A cover.

Ablutio Ablution, is an exaltation by frequent infusions, washing away unclean things and reducing to purity. It is the same as Imbibition and Cohobation.

Ablatio Removal, is abstraction through the upper part. It is perfected in various ways in dry things that adhere more gently; cleansing can be done by a hare’s foot and the like. We remove some things with a feather, a knife, or spatulas; we cleanse others with a tight cloth, or with brushes made of bristles, iron, or wood.

Abric, Kibrit, Chybur, Is Sulphur.

Abeβi, The same as Rebis. Truly the ultimate matter of foods.

Achahi, Is alum water.