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curative
adjective
Definition of
curative adjective
from the Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary
curative
adjective
ˈkjʊərətɪv
ˈkjʊrətɪv
(
formal
)
able to cure illness
Synonym
healing
the curative properties of herbs
compare
preventive