jm-n-twt

Egyptian

Etymology

From jm (“a kind of material”) +‎ n(j) (“of”) +‎ twt (“image, statue, picture”).

Pronunciation

Noun

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  1. a kind of material, either derived from or used in the making of twt-images, and used medicinally as a healing agent [Medical papyri]

Usage notes

See the definitions and usage notes at jm (“a kind of material”) for discussion on the possible nature of this substance.

References

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