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Jesuit's Bark

Description

Jesuit's Bark refers to the powdered bark of certain trees, particularly the cinchona tree, that contains quinine. It is commonly used as a natural remedy for treating malaria and other fevers.

Senses

Noun

1. A type of powdered bark derived from the cinchona tree, known for its medicinal properties in treating malaria and other fevers.

2. A historical term used to refer to the bark of various trees in the Rubiaceae family, used medicinally by Jesuit missionaries.

Verb

1. (rare) To treat or cure malaria or other fevers using Jesuit's Bark.

Examples

Noun:

• The doctor prescribed Jesuit's Bark as a treatment for her recurring fever.
• In the 17th century, Jesuit's Bark was considered a vital cure for fevers in Europe.

Verb:

• The indigenous tribes would jesuit's bark the sick members of their community.

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