A*lex`i*ter"ic (#), A*lex`i*ter"ic*al (#), a. [Gr. fit to keep off or help, fr. one who keeps off, helper; to keep off: cf. F. alexitere.] med.
Resisting poison; obviating the effects of venom; alexipharmic.
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A*lex`i*ter"ic, n. [Gr. a remedy, an amulet: cf. F. alexitere, LL. alexiterium.] Med.
A preservative against contagious and infectious diseases, and the effects of poison in general.
Brande & C.
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