'Emulgent' definitions:

Definition of 'Emulgent'

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  • Emulgent \E*mul"gent\, a. [L. emulgens, p. pr. of emulgere to milk out: cf. F. ['e]mulgent. So called because regarded by the ancients as straining out the serum, as if by milking, and so producing the urine.] (Anat.) Pertaining to the kidneys; renal; as, emulgent arteries and veins. -- n. An emulgent vessel, as a renal artery or vein. [1913 Webster]

Definition of 'Emulgent'

From: GCIDE
  • Emulgent \E*mul"gent\, n. (Med.) A medicine that excites the flow of bile. [Obs.] --Hoblyn. [1913 Webster]

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