Medicinal

/məˈdɪs.ɪ.nəl/

Meaning & Definition

adjective
Having properties that are helpful in the treatment of disease or in promoting health.
The herbal tea is known for its medicinal qualities that aid digestion.
Used for medical purposes.
Many plants have been cultivated for their medicinal uses throughout history.
Relating to or having the properties of medicine.
The region is famous for its medicinal hot springs that attract visitors seeking healing.
Designed or intended for the treatment of illness.
The medicinal ointment helped soothe her skin condition.

Etymology

Late Middle English: from Latin 'medicinalis', from 'medicin-' (stem of 'medicina' 'medicine')

Common Phrases and Expressions

medicinal properties
The benefits or healing effects associated with a substance.
medicinal plants
Plants that have healing or therapeutic properties.

Related Words

medicine
The science or practice of diagnosing and treating illness.
remedy
A treatment for a disease or injury.
pharmaceutical
Relating to the preparation and dispensing of drugs.

Slang Meanings

Used to refer to substances intended for medicinal use, especially cannabis.
He's using that strain for its medicinal benefits.
Refers to any non-prescription substance that can provide relief from ailments.
This tea is just for fun, but it has some medicinal perks!