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Question by  shaji (38)

What magic word was meant to cure hay fever?

I have horrid hay fever and will try anything to cure it.

 
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Answer by  ferfer72 (2623)

Surprisingly, the word "abracadabra" was originally invented to cure hay fever. However, I sincerely doubt that's going to work.

 
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Answer by  Lenore (237)

You're probably thinking of ABRACADABRA. Ancient Roman physicians were using the word as far back as the 2nd century AD as a talisman against all kinds of inflammation and fevers, including hay fever. Some scholars think it may be of Hebrew origin.

 
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Answer by  lunie (13)

Many magicians use the amusing word "abracadabra" during their acts. I bet that even they don't know that saying "abracadabra" was originally used as a way to cure hay fever.

 
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