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Cantharides

UK
/kænˈθɑːrɪs/
US
/kænˈθɛrɪs/
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Translation cantharides into russian

cantharis
Noun
raiting
UK
/kænˈθɑːrɪs/
US
/kænˈθɛrɪs/
The cantharis is often used in homeopathic remedies.
Кантарис часто используется в гомеопатических средствах.

Definitions

cantharis
Noun
raiting
UK
/kænˈθɑːrɪs/
US
/kænˈθɛrɪs/
A genus of beetles, commonly known as soldier beetles, which are often found on flowers and are known for their elongated bodies and soft elytra.
The cantharis beetles were abundant in the garden, feasting on the pollen of the blooming flowers.
A preparation made from the dried bodies of the Spanish fly, used in medicine and formerly as an aphrodisiac.
The apothecary offered a tincture of cantharis, claiming it had potent medicinal properties.