árnica

Definitions of árnica
  1. noun
    an ointment used in treating bruises
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    type of:
    bálsamo, pomada, ungüento
    semisolid preparation (usually containing a medicine) applied externally as a remedy or for soothing an irritation
  2. noun
    any of various rhizomatous usually perennial plants of the genus Arnica
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    type of:
    planta herbácea
    a plant lacking a permanent woody stem; many are flowering garden plants or potherbs; some having medicinal properties; some are pests
  3. noun
    used especially in treating bruises
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    type of:
    tintura
    (pharmacology) a medicine consisting of an extract in an alcohol solution
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