'Cocculus Indicus' definitions:
Definition of 'Cocculus Indicus'
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- Multum \Mul"tum\, n. An extract of quassia licorice, fraudulently used by brewers in order to economize malt and hops. --Craig. [1913 Webster]
- Hard multum, a preparation made from Cocculus Indicus, etc., used to impart an intoxicating quality to beer. [1913 Webster]
Definition of 'Cocculus Indicus'
From: GCIDE
- Cocculus Indicus \Coc"cu*lus In"di*cus\, n. [NL. cocculus (dim. of L. coccum kermes berry) + L. Indicus of India.] (Bot.) The fruit or berry of the Anamirta Cocculus, a climbing plant of the East Indies. It is a poisonous narcotic and stimulant. [1913 Webster]