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nostrum

Syllabification: (nos·trum)

Pronunciation: /ˈnästrəm/

Definition of nostrum

noun

a medicine, especially one that is not considered effective, prepared by an unqualified person.
a pet scheme or favorite remedy, especially one for bringing about some social or political reform or improvement.