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Pronunciation : Cor"dial (kr"jal, formally krd"yal; 106, 277)
Part of Speech : a.
Etymology : [LL. cordialis, fr. L. cor heart: cf. F. cordial. See Heart.]
Definition : 1. Proceeding from the heart. [Obs.] A rib with cordial spirits warm. Milton.

2. Hearty; sincere; warm; affectionate. He . . . with looks of cordial love Hung over her enamored. Milton.

3. Tending to revive, cheer, or invigorate; giving strength or spirits. Behold this cordial julep here That flames and dances in his crystal bounds. Milton.

Syn. -- Hearty; sincere; heartfelt; warm; affectionate; cheering; invigorating. See Hearty.
Source : Webster's Unabridged Dictionary, 1913

Pronunciation : Cor"dial
Part of Speech : n.
Definition : 1. Anything that comforts, gladdens, and exhilarates. Charms to my sight, and cordials to my mind. Dryden.

2. (Med)

Defn: Any invigorating and stimulating preparation; as, a peppermint cordial.

3. (Com.)

Defn: Aromatized and sweetened spirit, used as a beverage; a liqueur.
Source : Webster's Unabridged Dictionary, 1913