Errhine
Definition & Meaning
Pronunciation /ˈɛɹ.aɪn/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Errhine is an adjective meaning (medicine, rare) Causing an increase in mucus within the nose, and hence causing one to sneeze.
Meaning
(medicine, rare) Causing an increase in mucus within the nose, and hence causing one to sneeze.
More Meanings
- (medicine, uncommon) A medicine applied inside the nose to increase the production of mucus, and hence sneezing.
Word Forms
- errhines
Synonyms for errhine
Depending on context, synonyms include causative.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include causative, rhinophymic, adenose, synpharyngitic, rhegmatogenous, oculorespiratory.
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