Pharm. [quasi-L., f. Gr. στύπη tow.] A superior kind of carded oakum, used for surgical dressings.
1871. Lancet, 17 June, 826/2. Stypium is antiseptic, and has an agreeable odour.
1895. Arnold & Sons’ Catal. Surg. Instrum., 726. Stypium, per lb., £0 1 0.
