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nostrum Definition and Meaning in English (nostrum definition)

noun
Synonyms:panaceacure-allquack remedy
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Nostrum definition: A medicine, especially one that is not considered effective, prepared by an unqualified person.

Definitions of Nostrum

  1. 1noun(formal)

    A medicine, especially one that is not considered effective, prepared by an unqualified person.

  2. 2noun(formal)

    A pet scheme or favorite remedy, especially one for bringing about social or political reform, often viewed with skepticism.

Example Sentences

casual

“The old woman swore by her homemade nostrum for all common colds.”

business

“His economic plan was dismissed as a mere nostrum by critics.”

Synonyms

panaceacure-allquack remedypatent medicine

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