† ˈpedilave Obs. rare—1.
[ad. L. pediluvium (see below), or F. pédiluve, assimilated to lave, L. lavāre to wash; or ? error.]
= pediluvium.
| 1710 T. Fuller Pharm. Extemp. 281 A Pedilave that is potentially Cold..useth to bring great Relief. |
† ˈpedilave Obs. rare—1.
[ad. L. pediluvium (see below), or F. pédiluve, assimilated to lave, L. lavāre to wash; or ? error.]
= pediluvium.
| 1710 T. Fuller Pharm. Extemp. 281 A Pedilave that is potentially Cold..useth to bring great Relief. |
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