Definition

A type of medicine used to wash or treat the eyes.

Example

The doctor recommended using a collyrium to soothe my irritated eyes.

Conversation

I’ve been having some eye irritation lately.

Have you tried using any collyrium for it?

No, I haven't heard of that before. What is it?

It's a soothing lotion you can apply to your eyes to help with irritation.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Collyrium is derived from the Greek word "kollurium" (meaning eye salve or ointment) which is a diminutive form of "kolla" (meaning glue). The term refers to a medicinal preparation used for the eyes, emphasizing its adhesive or soothing properties.

Memory Tip

Think of 'kolla' meaning glue, which helps you remember that 'collyrium' is a soothing ointment for the eyes, almost like a glue for healing.

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