Allopathy

[ә'lɒpәθi]

Definition

(noun.) the usual method of treating disease with remedies that produce effects differing from those produced by the disease itself.

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Definition

(n.) That system of medical practice which aims to combat disease by the use of remedies which produce effects different from those produced by the special disease treated; -- a term invented by Hahnemann to designate the ordinary practice, as opposed to homeopathy.

Typist: Marion

Synonyms and Synonymous

n. Heteropathy.

Editor: Miriam

Definition

n. a name given by homeopathists to the current or orthodox medical practice to distinguish it from their own Homeopathy.—adj. Allopath′ic—ns. Allop′athist Allopath.

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