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| a calculus or concretion found in the stomach or intestines of certain animals, esp. ruminants, formerly reputed to be an effective remedy for poison. |
| an extraordinary or unusual thing, person, or event; an exceptional example or instance. |
| defensive medicine | |
| —n | |
| the practice by a doctor of ordering extensive, often unnecessary tests in order to minimize liability if accused of negligence | |
defensive medicine n.
Diagnostic or therapeutic measures conducted primarily as a safeguard against possible malpractice liability.