roborant

Definitions


[ˈrɒb-], (Noun)

Definitions:
- a medicine, treatment, etc. that has a strengthening or restorative effect
(e.g: gentian root is considered to be a roborant and tonic)


Phrases:

Origin:
mid 17th century: from Latin roborant- ‘strengthening’, from the verb roborare, from robur, robor- ‘strength’


[ˈrɒb-], (Adjective)

Definitions:
- having a strengthening or restorative effect
(e.g: roborant treatment includes hygienic surroundings, fresh air, light, and healthful employment)


Phrases:

Origin:
mid 17th century: from Latin roborant- ‘strengthening’, from the verb roborare, from robur, robor- ‘strength’




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