excipient Meaning, Definition & Usage

Ex*cip"i*ent adjective

Etymology

L. excipients, -entis, p. pr. of exipere. See Except, v. t.

Definitions

1. Taking an exception.

Ex*cip"i*ent noun

Definitions

1. An exceptor. R.
2. (Med.) An inert or slightly active substance used in preparing remedies as a vehicle or medium of administration for the medicinal agents. Chambers.