eclectic medicine in English

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Etymology: Coined by Constantine Samuel Rafinesque (1784–1841), a physician who lived among the Native Americans and observed their use of medicinal plants. Head templates: {{en-noun|-}} eclectic medicine (uncountable)

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"eclectic medicine" meaning in English

Noun