medicine
/ˈmed(ɪ).sn̩/
A substance which specifically promotes healing when ingested or consumed in some way.
A treatment or cure.
The study of the cause, diagnosis, prognosis and treatment of disease or illness.
She's studying medicine at university because she wants to be a doctor in the future.
The profession of physicians, surgeons and related specialisms; those who practice medicine.
Ritual magic used, as by a medicine man, to promote a desired outcome in healing, hunting, warfare etc.
Among the Native Americans, any object supposed to give control over natural or magical forces, to act as a protective charm, or to cause healing.
Black magic, superstition.
A philter or love potion.
A physician.
Recreational drugs, especially alcoholic drinks.