tintura

Definitions of tintura
  1. noun
    the use of dye to change the color of something permanently
    synonyms: teñido, tinta, tinte
  2. noun
    (pharmacology) a medicine consisting of an extract in an alcohol solution
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    types:
    yodo
    a tincture consisting of a solution of iodine in ethyl alcohol; applied topically to wounds as an antiseptic
    árnica
    used especially in treating bruises
    type of:
    medicamento, medicina
    (medicine) something that treats or prevents or alleviates the symptoms of disease
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