Cordial /(kôr"jal, formally kôrd"yal; 106, 277)/

Cor·dial

Cordial

a.
  1. Proceeding from the heart. [Obs.]
    A rib with cordial spirits warm.
  2. Hearty; sincere; warm; affectionate.
    He . . . with looks of cordial love Hung over her enamored.
  3. Tending to revive, cheer, or invigorate; giving strength or spirits.
    Behold this cordial julep here That flames and dances in his crystal bounds.

Cordial

n.
  1. Anything that comforts, gladdens, and exhilarates.
    Charms to my sight, and cordials to my mind.
  2. Any invigorating and stimulating preparation; as, a peppermint cordial. (Med)
  3. Aromatized and sweetened spirit, used as a beverage; a liqueur. (Com.)