Antonyms for calculous


Grammar : Adj
Spell : kal-kyuh-luh s
Phonetic Transcription : ˈkæl kyə ləs


Definition of calculous

  • As in gritty : adj granular
Example sentences :
  • It is used in dyeing, and has been recommended in dyspepsia, calculous affections, and chronic diarrha.
  • Extract from : « Cooley's Practical Receipts, Volume II » by Arnold Cooley
  • The Gravel Root has long had some reputation in urinary difficulties, and even in calculous affections.
  • Extract from : « New, Old, and Forgotten Remedies: Papers by Many Writers » by Various
  • Then an additional malady (apparently some calculous one) comes on John, and stops by him for the six remaining years of his life.
  • Extract from : « Literary and General Lectures and Essays » by Charles Kingsley
  • Hydrangea has diuretic properties and is said to have been much used by the Cherokees and early settlers in calculous complaints.
  • Extract from : « Ginseng and Other Medicinal Plants » by A. R. (Arthur Robert) Harding

Synonyms for calculous

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