quackery
|quack-er-y|
C1
/ˈkwækəri/
fraudulent medical practice
Etymology
Etymology Information
'quackery' originates from the Dutch word 'kwakzalverij', where 'kwakzalver' meant 'hawker of salve'.
Historical Evolution
'kwakzalverij' transformed into the English word 'quackery' during the 17th century.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'hawking of salves', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'fraudulent medical practices'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the practice or methods of a quack, especially in medicine; fraudulent or ignorant pretender to medical skill.
The doctor was accused of quackery after several patients reported adverse effects.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45