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TON'IC, adjective [Latin tonus. See Tone.]
1. Literally, increasing tension; hence, increasing strength, as tonic power.
2. In medicine, increasing strength, or the tone of the animal system; obviating the effects of debility, and restoring healthy functions.
3. Relating to tones or sounds.
4. Extended. [Not in use.]
Tonic spasm, in medicine, a rigid contraction of the muscles without relaxation, as in tetanus, etc.
TON'IC, noun A medicine that increases the tone of the muscular fiber, and gives vigor and action to the system.
A medicine which increases the tone or strength of the body.
1. In music, the key-note or principal sound which generates all the rest.
2. In music, a certain degree of tension, or the sound produced by a vocal string in a given degree of tension.