Definition

A strong solution made with alcohol that contains the same amount of active ingredients as one gram of the dry form of a drug in each milliliter.

Example

The doctor prescribed a fluidextract to help with the patient's symptoms.

Conversation

Have you ever tried using fluidextract for herbal remedies?

No, I haven't! What is it exactly?

It's a concentrated alcohol solution that packs a punch with the active ingredients.

That sounds interesting! I might have to look into it for my next project.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Fluidextract → It is formed from "fluid" (from Latin "fluidus", meaning flowing) and "extract" (from Latin "extrahere", meaning to draw out). The word "fluidextract" refers to a substance that is drawn out in a flowing liquid form.

Memory Tip

Think of a substance that is 'flowing' ('fluid') and 'drawn out' ('extract') — that's what fluidextract means.

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