Epulotic

/ˌɛpjʊˈlɑːtɪk/ adjective

Definition

Relating to or promoting epulosis; capable of healing wounds or encouraging tissue regeneration.

Etymology

From 'epulosis' plus the suffix '-ic'. Medical terminology describing substances or treatments that aid wound healing.

Kelly Says

Medieval doctors tested herbs looking for 'epulotic' properties—wound-healing substances—and many of their folk remedies actually worked because they contained natural antibiotics.

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