CEFR C2

sarcocolla

noun

Meaning

A red, gummy resin obtained from the branches of certain leguminous plants, historically used in medicine, particularly for treating wounds and skin ailments.

Examples

The ancient text described the preparation of a poultice using sarcocolla for healing burns.
Sarcocolla was valued for its supposed astringent and antiseptic properties in medieval pharmacies.

Synonyms: resin, gum, balsam

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sarcocolla (C2)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˌsɑːrkoʊˈkɒlə/

Definition

A red, gummy resin obtained from the branches of certain leguminous plants, historically used in medicine, particularly for treating wounds and skin ailments.

Examples

The ancient text described the preparation of a poultice using sarcocolla for healing burns.
Sarcocolla was valued for its supposed astringent and antiseptic properties in medieval pharmacies.
Modern herbalists have largely replaced sarcocolla with more effective and scientifically validated treatments.

Synonyms of sarcocolla

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