calefacient

/ˌkæləˈfeɪʃənt/
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Definitions of calefacient
  1. adjective
    producing the sensation of heat when applied to the body
    “a mustard plaster is calefacient”
    synonyms: warming
    hot
    used of physical heat; having a high or higher than desirable temperature or giving off heat or feeling or causing a sensation of heat or burning
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