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diaphoretic


di·a·pho·ret·ic

adj \-ˈre-tik\

Definition of DIAPHORETIC

1
: having the power to increase perspiration
2
: perspiring profusely
diaphoretic noun

First Known Use of DIAPHORETIC

15th century

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