GNU Collaborative International Dictionary of English

Found 2 definitions

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   Cordial , a. [LL. cordialis, fr. L. cor heart: cf. F. cordial. See Heart.]
    Proceeding from the heart. [Obs.]
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   A rib with cordial spirits warm.
   Milton.
   
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   Hearty; sincere; warm; affectionate.
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   He . . . with looks of cordial love
   Hung over her enamored.
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   Tending to revive, cheer, or invigorate; giving strength or spirits.
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   Behold this cordial julep here
   That flames and dances in his crystal bounds.
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   Syn. -- Hearty; sincere; heartfelt; warm; affectionate; cheering; invigorating. See Hearty.
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2.       
   Cordial, n.
   Anything that comforts, gladdens, and exhilarates.
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   Charms to my sight, and cordials to my mind.
   Dryden.
   
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   (Med) Any invigorating and stimulating preparation; as, a peppermint cordial.
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   (Com.) Aromatized and sweetened spirit, used as a beverage; a liqueur.
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