paracelsus

• Имя собственное, относящееся к швейцарскому врачу и алхимику эпохи Возрождения, известному новаторским использованием химических веществ и минералов в медицине и отверганию традиционной гуморальной теории в пользу наблюдения и опыта.

A proper noun referring to a Swiss physician and alchemist of the Renaissance period, known for pioneering the use of chemicals and minerals in medicine and for rejecting traditional humoral theory in favor of observation and experience.

uncountable · proper noun

1. C2formalmedical

   A Swiss physician and alchemist (1493-1541) who pioneered the use of chemicals and minerals in medicine, rejecting the traditional humoral theory and emphasizing observation and experience.

   Швейцарский врач и алхимик

   • Paracelsus is considered a father of modern toxicology.
   • He introduced the use of mercury and sulfur for treating diseases.
   • His approach to medicine was based on direct observation rather than ancient texts.