SINAPISM
\sˈɪne͡ɪpˌɪzəm], \sˈɪneɪpˌɪzəm], \s_ˈɪ_n_eɪ_p_ˌɪ_z_ə_m]\
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A cataplasm, of which mustard forms the basis, which is used for exciting redness, and acting as a counter-irritant. It is prepared by mixing flour of mustard and vinegar together to the due consistence. See Cataplasma sinapis.
By Robley Dunglison
By Willam Alexander Newman Dorland
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Dopamine Acetyltransferase
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