discussive adjective & noun. [dɪ'skʌsɪv] L16.
[medieval Latin discussivus, formed as DISCUSS: see -IVE.]
A. adjective.
1. Having the property of dissipating swellings etc. L16-E18.

2. Able to settle a point in question; decisive. E-M17.

3. Of or pertaining to discussion or debate. arch. M17.
B. noun. A preparation having the property of dissipating swellings etc. Only in 17.

■ discussively adverb (rare) E17.

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