Definition of COLLYRIUM

collyrium

Plural: collyria, collyriums

Noun

  • lotion consisting of a solution used as a cleanser for the eyes
  • A lotion or liquid wash used as a cleanser for the eyes; an eye-salve.
  • Loosely, any product applied to or around the eyes; kohl.

Origin / Etymology

From Latin collȳrium, from Ancient Greek κολλύριον (kollúrion, “poultice”). Doublet of koulouri.

Synonyms

eye-lotion, eyewash

Scrabble Score: 16

collyrium: valid Scrabble (US) TWL Word
collyrium: valid Scrabble Word in Merriam-Webster MW Dictionary
collyrium: valid Scrabble Word in International Collins CSW Dictionary

Words With Friends Score: 20

collyrium: valid Words With Friends Word